Qualifying Stage: The Archimedes Online Challenge 2025/26
Date: Saturday (28/02/26 | 07/03/26 | 14/03/26)
Online Start Time: 12:30pm (This is a fixed 12:30pm prompt start event)
Format:
The Qualifying Stage is conducted fully online. Students may participate from home or any suitable environment using a laptop, tablet or desktop computer with a stable internet connection.
The Qualifying Paper:
Years 3 to 11: 25 single‑choice problem‑solving questions
Years 12 and 13: 20 single‑choice mathematical challenge questions
Duration: 60 minutes
Recognition & Progression:
All participants will receive a Distinguished Archimedes e‑Certificate at one of the following levels:
- Distinction
- Merit
- Participation
Advancing to the Finals:
High-achieving students will be invited to advance to the National Final Stage of The Archimedes Awards Competition.