The competition will take place on Friday 2 December 2022 from 10.30 am to 3 pm in the South Dining Hall at Queen's University Belfast.

There is no entry fee. Teams should have between 2 and 4 members and its members should be in years 13–14. Each school can enter only one team, and every team should be accompanied on the day by a teacher.

There will be prizes for first, second and third place. In addition, all participants will receive a certificate.

Places for the competition are limited, so they will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis.

The closing date for entries is Friday 18 November 2022.

Please note : one ticket is valid for one team (including teacher).

Schedule

Tea/coffee upon arrival from 10:30 am.

Please arrive in time for the competition to start at 11:00 sharp.

11:00 – 11:45 Round 1

Each team will work on a set of mathematical problems.

11:45 – 12:00 Break

Snacks and drinks will be provided.

12:00 – 12:45 Round 2

Each team will work on a set of mathematical puzzles.

12:45 – 13:30 Lunch

Lunch is not provided. Pupils and teachers are welcome to bring packed lunches. Lunch can also be bought from a few cafés within a few-minute walk of the venue.

13:30 – 15:00 Quiz and Prize Ceremony

The last part of the competition will be a maths table quiz.

Note that calculators are permitted, but may not necessarily be useful!

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

We are sorry that we cannot offer parking at Queen's University Belfast due to the event being held during term time. However small school buses may enter for disembarking and collection though the entrance to the Main Campus on University Square (please indicate when booking if access is required).

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Please e-mail mp.outreach@qub.ac.uk with subject "QUB Maths Competition"

QUB Maths Competition for Schools 2022