Deadline:
As soon as possible
Location(s)
Netherlands
The finals will be held in Amsterdam.
Overview
The 7th International Blockchain Olympiad (IBCOL 2024) is a web3 solution design competition for students hosted in The Randstad.
Details
ABOUT
The International Blockchain Olympiad (IBCOL) was founded in 2017 by a group of students and young professionals based in Canada and Hong Kong with the goal of catalysing the adoption of blockchain through solution design, as well as providing a platform for students and recent graduates to launch their careers. IBCOL has since reached over 10,000 students worldwide and catapulted many former blockchain olympians to top academic programmes and careers.
The IBCOL Finals is an annual event that brings hundreds of innovative students and professionals together. The mixing produces magical moments of inspiration and discussion, leading to further collaboration and possibly new projects and ventures.
Mission
To encourage and equip the next generation of innovative and inquisitive minds to direct their creativity and passion for designing solutions for sustainable development of humanity.
IBCOL 2024 - CHALLENGES
“Unless we act now, the 2030 Agenda will become an epitaph for a world that might have been.” — António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations
GET STARTED
- Assemble your Team: Any current or recent student regardless of age may form a team of up to six members
- Define your Challenge: Pick a problem area that you are passionate about solving, for any SDG(s)
- Describe your Solution: Write a whitepaper and submit a video to explain your work (sample provided)
- Build a prototype (optional): Create a proof-of-concept to better demonstrate your work (tools provided)
- Register to Compete: Submit your project to the IBCOL and take note of local IBCOL deadlines
HOST ORGANISATION
InHolland University of Applied Sciences
InHolland University of Applied Sciences delivers international education and applied research through accredited bachelor's programs across various fields. Their unique focus on sustainability, health, and creativity fosters professional and personal growth, embracing a personal and accessible approach that values diversity.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Eligibility criteria
The International Blockchain Olympiad invites all current and recent students regardless of where you are in the world or what you study. To be a successful Olympian you do not need a technical background, the Olympiad welcomes students of all disciplines whether it be fashion design or rocket science so that each competitor may bring their own industry expertise and perspectives. A blockchain solution can be architected for almost any industry.
IBCOL offers free learning resources for all competitors, please contact us after you have registered.
Definitions:
- Current Secondary-Level Students: Any current student studying at a secondary academic institution (ISCED 2011 level 2-4).
- Current Tertiary-Level Students: Any current student studying at a tertiary academic institution (ISCED 2011 level 5-8).
- Recent College or University Students: Any recent student of a tertiary academic institution within and including up to three (3) years since graduation or hiatus. The Competitions Committee may request an endorsement from academic or administrative staff from their institutions.
Dates
Deadline: As soon as possible
Cost/funding for participants
There are a total of 60 medals to be won. Additionally, all teams may earn the prestigious Award of Merit or bounties from specific challenges.
- Gold, Silver and Bronze prizes for finalists in each of the seventeen categories.
- Gold, Silver, and Bronze prizes for the top three scoring secondary-tier teams.
- Gold, Silver, and Bronze prizes for the top three scoring tertiary-tier teams.
- Gold, Silver, and Bronze prizes for the top three scoring teams overall.
- Award of Merit will be given to those who satisfy pass/fail criteria for complete solutions, regardless of score.
- Bounties from sponsors and supporting organisations, i.e. separate recognition and prize money.
Un-save Opportunity
Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.
