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24 July 2023 - 31 July 2023
Pacific & International Schools
20 August 2023
Guide Series: Math Olympiads
A complete Guide for Math Olympiads and competitions in Singapore along with a list of Secondary school that DSA via Math.
UNSW ICAS
- Written By Klassbook Editorial Team
- Updated on November 7, 2023
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UNSW ICAS
The International Competitions and Assessments for Schools (ICAS) are organized by the University of New South Wales (UNSW) Educational Testing Centre. It is an independent assessment programme that assesses students’ abilities in a variety of academic subjects. Schools or individual students commonly initiate participation, with schools registering their students for the examinations. The assessments, prepared by experienced specialists, are aligned with the curriculum for various age groups. They are held annually in over 20 countries, including Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, Hong Kong, India, and the Pacific region.
Objective: UNSW ICAS
The primary goal of the UNSW ICAS is to assess students’ academic abilities and provide students with the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in key areas such as Digital Technologies, English, Mathematics, Science, Spelling, and Writing. It aims to encourage students to strive for greatness, to improve their critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical abilities, and to develop a great understanding of the subjects.
Furthermore, enrolling in the UNSW ICAS can help students gain confidence, cultivate a competitive spirit, and create a love of study. The examinations are intended to push students to think creatively and innovatively, preparing them for future academic and professional endeavors.
Who is it for?
The UNSW ICAS program is created for kids in primary and secondary school. Check out the following table to find out which year levels are available for which countries.
| Country | Year Level |
|---|---|
| Australia | Year 2-10 |
| Brunei | Primary 3 to Form 5 |
| Indonesia | Years 3 to 11 |
| Malaysia | Standard 2 to Form 4 |
| New Zealand / Pacific | Years 3 to 11 |
| Pakistan | Class 2 to 10 |
| Singapore | Primary 2 to Secondary 3 |
How can you participate?
To participate in UNSW ICAS, you can either register through your school if it’s affiliated with the program or directly as an individual candidate by contacting UNSW. Make sure to follow the specific guidelines provided by your school or UNSW for a successful registration process.
Categories
The ICAS Mathematics evaluation covers a wide range of mathematical concepts and problem-solving abilities. Following are some common categories that are frequently included in ICAS Mathematics:
- Number and Arithmetic: This topic includes questions about operations with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, and other basic arithmetic operations.
- Algebra and Patterns: This area includes questions about comprehending patterns, solving equations, and applying algebraic concepts to solve issues.
- Measurement: This topic includes topics such as length, area, volume, mass, time, and other units of measurement.
- Space and Geometry: This topic often includes questions about geometric shapes, spatial reasoning, visualization, and comprehending the qualities of various shapes and figures.
- Chance and Data: This category frequently involves probability, data interpretation, statistical analysis, and comprehension of ideas linked to chance and randomness.
- Mathematical Reasoning: This area includes questions that assess students’ abilities to apply mathematical principles and logic to solve complex issues.
The goal of ICAS Mathematics is to examine students’ mathematical knowledge, understanding, and problem-solving abilities across a wide range of topics in order to promote critical thinking and analytical reasoning.
Competition format
The ICAS 2023 competition format is designed to evaluate students’ problem-solving skills within a constrained time frame. With a one-hour time limit, participants are tasked with answering 40 multiple-choice questions or 35 multiple-choice questions and 5 free-response questions, depending on their year level. The no-calculator rule adds an extra layer of complexity, necessitating quick thinking and mental agility as students deal with each question in just a little over a minute. This leaves your child with barely more than a minute to solve each question.
Syllabus/ Subject Matter Focus
ICAS incorporates various mathematical subjects. Following are the topics that your kid needs to study while preparing for the assessments.
| Subjects |
|---|
| Algebra and Patterns |
| Chance and Data |
| Measures and Units |
| Numbers and Arithmetic |
| Space and Geometry |
Registration and time lines : AMC 2023-24
Students should register themselves via their respective schools.
Test
Australia & New Zealand
28 August - 1 September 2023
Pacific & International Schools
28 August - 1 September 2023
Prize and Award Recognition
| Awards | Receiver/strong> |
|---|---|
| High distinction Certificates | The top 1% of entrants in each year level in each participating state (Australia) and country. |
| Distinction Certificate | The next 10% of entrants in each year level in each participating state (Australia) and country. |
| Credit Certificate | The next 25% of entrants in each year level in each participating state (Australia) and country. |
| Merit Certificate | The next 10% of entrants in each year level in each participating state (Australia) and country. |
| Participation Certificate | All other students receive a Participation Certificate |
| Medals | A medal is awarded in each subject, in each year level in each participating state (Australia) and country when the top score is judged to be sufficiently meritorious. |
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