New Zealand Chemistry Olympiad Trust
Each year a group of around 30-35 secondary school students is selected to form a Training Group. The selection is based upon performance in a selection test held at the end of October, or the beginning of November. The selection test assumes knowledge of only Year 12 (NCEA Level 2) Chemistry. The 2013 Training Group selection will be held on 1 November 2012. To be eligible, students must be under 20 and not intending to attend University in 2013. Students must have been attending a New Zealand school for at least two years prior to July 2013. |
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To enter, the teacher and students must complete the following by Tuesday 23 October, 2012:
The teacher in charge must return the "Application to Sit Examination" form (PDF 89KB) to Dr Owen Curnow with the names of any students who meet the above criteria. The test papers will be sent to this teacher who will have responsibility for administering the test.
Each student must also complete the "Student Registration" form (PDF 89KB) and forward before 23 October 2012. Students must pay an entry fee of $25 by direct credit into:
National Bank Account Number: 06-0665-0133836-00 (you must include your name in the details).
To view previous exams go to Olympiad previous exams. Students may find the Year 12 Olympiad Extension section on BestChoice useful: http://bestchoice.net.nz.
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During term one, the training group undergo a training program which includes reading material, problem assignments, and a couple of tests. In April a training camp is held. At the end of the camp, the team of four, and at least one non-travelling reserve, is selected.
The International Olympiad is held in July each year.
The New Zealand Chemistry Olympiad Trust is a member of the Science Olympianz Association.
Further information can be obtained from:
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Dr Owen Curnow - Department of Chemistry, University of Canterbury, Christchurch
- Dr Jan Giffney - St Cuthbert's College, Auckland
New Zealand Chemistry Olympiad Teams
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2011 NZ Chemistry Olympiad Team |
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2010 NZ Chemistry Olympiad Team
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