Vanda National Junior Science Olympiad
VANDA Science 2024 is Opened for Registration!
Vanda contests comprises of Vanda Science International Competition (Vanda Science) and Vanda Science Global Finals (Vanda Finals) held annually around the globe. It is designed to focus on the student’s ability to think critically and creatively to pick out hidden information to aid them in solving the question.
It follows the Singapore School Science Syllabus with a focus on higher order thinking skills. This allows participants to do better compared to pure-Olympiad papers since they are familiar with most of the topics.
Science Questions in the competition have a strong foundation in scientific knowledge and methodology which include the development of reasoning and analytical skills, decision and problem solving skills, flexible to respond to different context and possessing an open and inquiring mind that is willing to explore new territories and learn new things which are aligned to the desired 21st century competencies.
Vanda Science and Vanda Finals are open to all Grade 3 to Grade 11 (Primary 3 to Secondary 5) Malaysian students.
Malaysian students who have won Gold/ Silver/ Bronze Award in Vanda Science will be invited to join STEAM AHEAD 2024: Vanda Global Finals. Contest entry is available on a first come first served basis, so register as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Why Vanda Science?
Ignite Your Passion. Vanda ignites students’ hidden passion for science! Vanda provides a range of interesting content in questions to spark their curiosity and encourages them to venture deeper into the world of science.
An Opportunity for All. Vanda exposes students to a Science Olympiad Competition that follows closely to their syllabus and their level of content learned. This gives them the confidence to take part in more challenging science competitions and start scoring A*s in Science.
Reaching Greater Heights. Vanda helps students to be comfortable with various science Olympiad papers in the right environment. Vanda wants students to utilize this experience to continue to take part in more challenging Science Olympiad Competitions in the future.
<DOWNLOAD STEAM AHEAD INFO BOOKLET HERE>
Date
Vanda Science 2024
Grade Level: 3 to 11 (Primary 3 to Secondary 5)
Language(s): English
𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘
School: 23-24 May 2024 (Paper- Based)
Private Candidate: 25 May 2024 (Online)
𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚: 24 April 2024!
𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://www.billplz.com/vandascience
STEAM AHEAD 2024- Vanda Science Global Finals:-
𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄: 7-11 December 2023 @ Bali, Indonesia
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐆: CLOSED
𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁:
Format
25 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
| Section | Questions | Correct Answer | Wrong Answer | No Answer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 1-10 | +2 points | -1 point | 0 point |
| B | 11-20 | +3 points | 0 point | 0 point |
| C | 21-25 | +4 points | 0 point | 0 point |
Total: 80 points (To avoid negative scores, each student will begin with 10 points)
Language(s): English
Duration: 90-minute
*Only Scientific Calculators are permitted.
Syllabus Content (Pri 3 – Pri 6) <– Click to download
Syllabus Content (Sec 1 & 4/5) <– Click to download
Sample Questions
- Grade / Primary 3 & 4
- Grade / Primary 5 & 6
- Grade 7 & 8/ Secondary 1 & 2
- Year 9 & 10/11/ Secondary 3 &4/5
Awards
The top 40% of the participants will receive an award certificate and a medal. Others will receive e-Certificates.
| ^Perfect Score | Full marks |
| ^Gold Award | Top 8% |
| Silver Award | Next 12% |
| Bronze Award | Next 20% |
| Honourable Mention | Next 10% |
| Certificate of Participation | Next 50% |
^qualifies as a significant award for International Junior Honor Society (IJHS)
HOW TO REGISTER?
Vanda Science 2024
Grade Level: 3 to 11 (Primary 3 to Secondary 5)
Language(s): English
𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘
School: 23-24 May 2024 (Paper- Based)
Private Candidate: 24 May 2024 (Online)
𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚: 24 April 2024!
𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://www.billplz.com/vandascience
How to Register?
Step 1:
Make payment via https://www.billplz.com/vandascience
*You will receive an Instant Receipt via Email with the FPX Reference No. (eg. FPX – 1234F1CDB23E).You may pay for more than 1 child/ student at once by increasing the quantity. Just put in the same FPX Reference No. during registration.
Step 2:
After payment, you will be re-directed to the Registration Form automatically. Fill up the Form. Don’t miss this step!
For any enquiry, kindly email to us at info@smo-testing.com. We would be glad to hear from you.
For SCHOOL Bulk Registration: Click to download School Bulk Registration Form
All participating schools MUST have at least 10 students taking part.
All participants MUST register according to CURRENT Year Level in school.
IMPORTANT!!! VANDA Science Registrations submitted without meeting minimum requirements will be automatically voided/ disqualified and no refund will be entertained.
More info will be available at our facebook (fb.me/smoMalaysia).