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John Locke Institute Global Essay Prize - Science and Technology

by John Locke Institute (JLI)

Mode

Online

Fee

Free

Duration

Approximately 1 month for submission.

About This Opportunity

The John Locke Institute Global Essay Prize in Science and Technology is a prestigious international competition designed for young writers to explore challenging questions beyond their school curriculum. It provides a unique platform to showcase intellectual abilities, foster independent thought, and develop critical analysis skills.

Open to students aged 18 or younger from any country, this competition offers significant scholarships towards John Locke Institute programs, including a grand prize of US$10,000. Participation enhances critical thinking, research, and persuasive writing, significantly boosting university applications to leading global institutions.

Eligibility

Grade Level
Age Range
- 18 years
Location
Nationwide

Students aged 18 or younger from any country are eligible. Requires an original essay (under 2000 words) on a Science and Technology topic and an academic referee's email. Submissions must be entirely original, with no AI-generated content.

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Benefits

  • Win grand prize scholarships up to US$10,000 for John Locke Institute programs. The category winner receives a US$5,000 scholarship towards the cost of attending any John Locke Institute programme.
  • Receive international recognition and certificates from the John Locke Institute.
  • Enhance university applications to top global universities like Oxford and Harvard.
  • Develop advanced critical thinking, research, and persuasive writing skills.
  • Opportunity to have work assessed by senior academics from leading universities.
  • Gain valuable experience in academic argumentation and independent thought.

Academic Details

ScienceTechnology

Difficulty: Advanced

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John Locke Institute (JLI)

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