Hosted by Australian Science Innovation (ASI)

The Australian Science Olympiad Competition - Biology is the toughest biology exam in Australia

It is rewarding opportunity for high school students to challenge and extend themselves way beyond the biology they are taught at school

Every student sitting the exam is awarded a certificate indicating their achievement

Date: Oct. 18, 2025 (Sat.) 13:50-16:00 (130 mins)

Introduction

Australian Science Innovations (ASI) is Australia’s premier provider of science extension programs for high achieving science students. Each year, ASI host the Australian Science Olympiad Competition, a national program for top performing high school students that culminates in the International Science Olympiads.

High school students from China can now take part in one or more of the Australian Science Olympiad Exams in Physics, Chemistry, Earth Science and Biology, where students performance will be recognized with a certificate indicating their achievement.

Find out more about ASI here: www.asi.edu.au

Challenge Rules

Language

English

Date

Oct. 18, 2025 (Sat.) 13:50-16:00 (130 mins)

Participants

High school students

Contest

Individual written test

Format

Multiple choice questions

Location

Onsite

Awards

Global Awards:
Awards are determined by Australian cut-off score.

  • High Distinction
  • Distinction
  • Credit

Exam Centers

ASDAN EPQ Scholarship

3000RMB/std

High Distinction

2000RMB/std

Distinction

1000RMB/std

Credit

Noted:The ASDAN Scholarship is only available to Year 10, 11 and 12 students for participating ASDAN Extended Project Qualification(EPQ). EPQ is recommended by the G5 group and many leading universities as a competitive academic experience. Scholarships cannot be exchanged for cash. For further details see:http://www.seedasdan.org/epq/

Registration Details

Fee

Includes the exam, proctor fee, grading, past-papers and one online mock exam (ASDAN doesn't provide any trainings)

Deadline

Oct. 7, 2025

ASOB winners can get up to¥3,700 Fitzwilliam Scholarship and ASEEDER Scholarship for the

Cambridge Fitzwilliam College Summer School

Official programme of Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge
Up to 15 students per class, taught by Cambridge academics
A Certificate of Completion issued by Fitzwilliam College
A detailed written feedback from the academic instructor

Date and Courses

Age 14-15
Date: 2026. 7.12-7.25 (2 weeks)
Courses: Mathematics, Engineering, Business Economics, Natural Sciences (Biology, Medicine), Natural Sciences (Physics, Chemistry)

 

Age 16-18
Date: 2026. 7.12-7.25 (2 weeks) , 7.26-8.8 (2 weeks)
Courses: Physics, Financial Mathematics, Psychology and Neuroscience, Microbiology, Medicine, Economics, Engineering,Philosophy, Chemistry, Robotics

Outcomes

1.Students who attend at least 90% of the classes, write their essay and give their presentation will receive a certificate of completion by Fitzwiliam College.
2.Each student will write an academic research essay and presentation and receive detailed individual feedback from the academic course instructor.
3.Top 2 best performing students will receive an award certificate.
4.The authors of the best 2 essays will receive a top essay certificate and their essays will be published in the FitzEd summer school journal and displayed on Fitzwilliam College's website. More details>


Certificate of Completion issued by Fitzwilliam College,Cambridge


Award Certificate issued by Fitzwilliam College,Cambridge


Fitzwilliam Summer School Journal
The top 2 essays in each class will be published on the Fitzwilliam official website

Highlights

Graduation Ceremony – Receive an Official Certificate from Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge

Rigorous Academics – 15-Student Small Classes, 40+ Hours of Learning

Academic Supervision – Personalised Guidance from Cambridge Tutors (3–4 Students per Group)

Around 30–35% International Students in Previous Cohorts

 

Cambridge Undergraduate Life Mentors,Student-to-Mentor Ratio ~10:1

Formal Dinner – Engage with Cambridge Tutors and Exceptional Students

Sample Schedule
Date Morning Afternoon Evening Night
Day1 Arrival
Day2 Opening Ceremony: hosted by Cambridge professors and college managers.

Academic Course: taught by Cambridge Tutors (about 50% of them have Oxbridge interview experience)

Academic Workshop or Campus Tour Punting
Day 3 Academic Course: taught by Cambridge Tutors (about 50% of them had Oxbridge interview experience) Welcome Reception and Formal Dinner
Day 4 Social events, sports night, Cambridge walking tour, and free time activities.

 

Day5
Day6 Supervision 01: the hallmark of Oxbridge teaching ( in group of 3-4)
Day7 London Excursion
Day8 College Culture and Social Activities
Day9 Academic Course: taught by Cambridge Tutors (about 50% of them have Oxbridge interview experience) Academic Workshop or Free Study

 

Day10
Day11 Presentation and Writing Guidance: The top 2 essays in each class will be published on the Fitzwilliam official website.
Day12 Supervision 02: the hallmark of Oxbridge teaching ( in group of 3-4)
Day13 Final Presentation Closing Ceremony Formal Dinner
Day14 Departure

*The schedule may be subject to change.

Sample Schedule

Selection Requirement

Candidates must satisfy one of the following:
1. Language Proficiency:Ages 14–15: IELTS ≥ 6.0 or TOEFL iBT ≥ 80; Ages 16–18: IELTS ≥ 6.5 or TOEFL iBT ≥ 90
2. English Interview: Candidates without a valid language score will be required to pass an English interview conducted by ASEEDER.

Scholarship:The Cambridge and ASEEDER scholarships can be used in combination.

1. Fitzwilliam College Scholarship (UK Summer School only, Up to 2,700RMB)
Directly awarded by Fitzwilliam College, University of Cambridge. Selected students will receive an exclusive scholarship offer letter via email before the programme begins. The scholarship amounts available to ASOB award winners are as follows:
High Distinction & Distinction & Credit: £ 300 (= RMB 2,700)
For more criteria and award details, please visit the programme website: https://www.seedasdan.com/en/css/uk-en/

2. ASEEDER Scholarship (Up to 1,000 RMB )
lt is given by ASEEDER. You may get it if you join certain ASEEDER programmes or challenges and win awards. Check the ASEEDER bursary website (https://www.seedasdan.org/scholarship/) or your ASEEDER mini program for details.

FAQ

1. HOW TO CLAIM ASDAN STUDENT NUMBER?

Click here to view the claim

2. REFUND POLICY

If, for some reason, the student is unable to attend after paying the fee, please contact us. If you apply before the registration deadline, 25% of the registration fee will be deducted as academic materials and service fees. If you apply after the registration deadline, no refund will be given.

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