UK Chemistry Olympiad

The UK Chemistry Olympiad (UKChO) is a national chemistry competition for secondary school students in the British Isles, organised in multiple rounds including a written test, a round-two training weekend and selection of four students to represent the UK at the International Chemistry Olympiad. It aims to challenge and inspire students, develop problem-solving skills and provide advanced chemistry training. Successful candidates take part in further training and may be selected for international competition.

Opportunity to progress through rounds to a national training weekend; intensive UK training camp for selected students; selection of four students to represent the UK at the International Chemistry Olympiad (finals in July 2026 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan).

Open to all secondary schools and colleges in the British Isles; entrants are recommended to be at least 16 and the competition is aimed at students in their last year before higher education.

Schools and colleges must register (students enter via their school/college); British international schools overseas should email the organisers to apply.