2024 International Public Speaking Competition Grand Final

The ESU International Public Speaking Competition (IPSC) is the world’s largest competition of its kind. Bringing together participants, aged 16-20, from over 30 countries for a week of cultural exchange and competition, the IPSC is one of the ESU's flagship programmes.

The Grand Final will see the very best 6-8 young performers deliver their speech on the theme ‘there is nothing either good or bad but thinking makes it so,' following the competition heats held earlier in the week.

Tea and coffee will be provided from 1.00 pm, and the final will commence at 2pm sharp at the prestigious Royal Institution, 21 Albemarle Street.

Following the Grand Finals we are hosting an evening reception at Dartmouth House from 5.15pm for participants, guests and ESU members.