About MCE Singapore Science Competition (SSC)

(Previously known as International Singapore Science Competition – ISSC)

Step into the world of science with Marshall Cavendish Education’s inaugural Singapore Science Competition (SSC) - an exciting new challenge for Grades 3 – 6 students globally! Rooted in Singapore’s primary science syllabus, ISSC enables young learners to demonstrate their understanding and application of science concepts.

Singapore’s brand of science education is celebrated globally, with Singapore students consistently ranking at the top in prestigious international assessments like TIMSS (Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study) and PISA (Programme for International Student Assessment). This competition brings the rigor and excellence of Singapore’s approach to science education to learners worldwide, offering them an opportunity to experience the same standards that have propelled Singapore to the forefront of global education.

Join SSC today and showcase your potential as a future science leader!

SSC Regional Round 2026

Go to SSC Global Round 2026

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Master Scientific Inquiry Skills

Encourage students to inquire like scientists and build their critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

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Ignite the Joy of Learning

Create excitement and enthusiasm in Maths among the international community of primary school students.

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Prestige and Recognition

Add this prestigious achievement record to students’ portfolio which opens school admission, scholarship and internship opportunities.

MCE Singapore Science Competition Regional Round 2026

Date	January to March 2026
Registration Fee	SGD30 (before GST)
Registration	Stay tuned for registration. For partners, please register directly with our MCE representative. Wen Lin wlna@mceducation.com

Competition Format and Duration

MCE SMC Regional Round
Duration	1.5 hours
Grades	Primary 3 - 6
Syllabus	Singapore Primary Science Syllabus
Format	40 Questions Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (25 questions) Section B: Structured Questions (15 questions)
Mode	Online
Total number of questions per grade level	40

Timeline

Registration Closing Date	Trial Session	Competition Dates	Results Release and e-Certs
7 March	14 March	21 March 1pm - 2.30pm GMT+8	4 April
4 April	11 April	18 April 4pm – 5.30pm GMT+8	2 May
2 May	19 May	16 May 1pm – 2.30pm GMT+8	20 May

Results

Results are confidential and will be released online via our partner's platform on 4 April, 2 May and 20 May 2026.

All e-certificates will be accessible via the competition platform latest by 31 May 2026.

Awards

Top students will be awarded a Gold / Silver / Bronze medal and e-certificate.

An e-certificate of participation will be awarded to all other students.

SSC Global Round 2026

Go to SSC Regional Round 2026

MCE Singapore Science Competition Global Round 2026

Date	January to March 2026
Registration Fee	SGD400 (before GST)
Registration	Stay tuned for registration. For partners, please register directly with our MCE representative. Wen Lin wlna@mceducation.com

Competition Format and Duration

MCE SSC Global Round
Duration	1.5 hours
Grades	Primary 3 - 6
Syllabus	Singapore Primary Science Syllabus
Format	40 Questions Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (25 questions) Section B: Structured Questions (15 questions)
Mode	Written Paper
Total number of questions per grade level	40

Timeline

April – June 2026
Registration Opens
25 June 2026
Registration Closes
3 – 5 July 2026
Global Round Dates
5 July 2026
Release of Results & Awards Ceremony

Event Schedule

Global Round

3 - 5 July 2026

Country

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Venue

TBC

Date	Venue	Time	Activity
Day 1 SMC and SSC Training 3 July 2026	Kuala Lumpur, exact venue TBC	9.30am – 10.00am	Registration
		10.00am – 1.00pm	Training Session for SMC and SSC (Concurrent)
			Grades 3 – 6 SMC	Grades 3 – 6 SSC
		1.00pm – 2.00pm	Lunch
		2.00pm – 5.00pm	Training Session for SMC Grades 7–8
Day 2 SMC and SSC Competition 4 July 2026		9.30am – 10.00am	Registration
		10.00am – 12.00pm	Briefing & SSC Global Round Competition
		10.00am – 12.30pm	Briefing & SMC Global Round Competition
		1.00pm – 2.00pm	Lunch
Day 3 Awards Ceremony		10.00am – 1.00pm	Guided Tour Around KL
		1.00pm – 2.00pm	Lunch
		2.30pm – 4.30pm	Prize Presentation Ceremony – SMC and SSC

*Event schedule is subjected to changes.

View our past International Singapore Science Competition (ISSC).

Frequently Asked Questions

Regional Round

All students will be awarded a Gold / Silver / Bronze e-certificate for the regional round.
An e-certificate of participation will be awarded to all other students.

Global Round

To be held in Kuala Lumpur from 3 – 5 July.
All students will be awarded a Gold / Silver / Bronze physical certificate for the global round.

Will I be penalised for a wrong answer?

No. Points will not be deducted for a wrong answer.

I have other questions. Who can I contact?

If you have any enquiries, please email us at zoeytan@mceducation.com and wlna@mceducation.com.

Terms and Conditions

Marshall Cavendish Education and HeyHi are joint organisers of the Singapore Science Competition 2026.
All information shared to us will follow Marshall Cavendish Education's data protection and privacy statements.
Winners will be informed via email or social media messenger depending on the information given.
Winners will be selected by the Organiser's panel of judges and the decision is final.
All submissions for the competition are at the risk of the Contestant and in the event that there are technical difficulties experienced arising out of the internet or from any associated equipment or internet security is compromised, the Organiser may at its sole and absolute discretion disqualify the entire entry and shall not accept any liability doing so.
The prize is as stated and is non-transferable and not-for-sale. No cash alternatives will be offered. If due to circumstances beyond the Organiser’s control, the Organiser is unable to provide the stated prize or any part thereof, the Organiser reserves the right to substitute the prize with an item of equal or greater value, to be determined at the Organisers’ sole discretion.
Late submission will be automatically void.
The registration / competition fee is non-refundable or exchangeable for products or services.
The Organiser reserves the rights to amend the terms and conditions without prior notice.

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