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International Standards Olympiad

Standards Australia is pleased to invite Australian high school students to  an exciting opportunity to participate in the 21st International Standards Olympiad – the world’s global standardisation competition for high school students.

The International Standards Olympiad is a global competition that challenges students to solve real-world problems through the creative application of standards. Teams from around the world are nominated by their national Standards Development Organisation (SDO) and invited to compete in Seoul, Korea. This year marks a significant milestone as Australia joins the Olympiad for the first time, with Standards Australia proudly serving as the nominating SDO. We are now seeking student teams to represent Australia on the international stage.

Benefits for Schools and Students

  • Skill Development: Enhance critical thinking, teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • STEM and Innovation Focus: Engage with real-world issues in technology, safety, and sustainability.
  • National and International Recognition: Position schools and students as leaders in innovation and education.
  • Curriculum Alignment: Supports interdisciplinary learning across STEM, humanities, and civics.
  • Professional Development for Teachers: Gain exposure to international education and standards literacy.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with Standards Australia, global experts, and forward-thinking schools worldwide.

Information Webinar

  • Team eligibility and selection process.
  • What’s involved in each stage of the competition.
  • Prizes and opportunities for students and schools.
  • How to prepare a strong application.
  • Key dates and competition logistics.
  • Q&A with the organisers.
  • The upcoming Information Webinars will be held on:
    • Monday, 20th October 2025, 5.00–5.30pm AEDT
    • Monday, 10th November 2025, 5.00–5.30pm AEDT
    • Monday, 1st December 2025, 5.00–5.30pm AEDT
Register for Information Webinar

Submit your Team’s Application

Team Composition and Selection

Two teams to be selected, one per age group
3 students and 1 teacher per team
Age groups: 13–15 years and 16–18 years

More details on applications to be published shortly. If you’re thinking about prompting your students to apply, we strongly encourage you attend one of our monthly information webinars.

APPLICATIONS OPEN Nov 17th 2025

Should you have any questions regarding the program, please email olympiad@standards.org.au. We look forward to receiving your application and potentially welcoming you to this prestigious event.

Previous Olympiads

For more information visit the 20th International Standards Olympiad.