UCT Mathematics Competition
Catalog organization: University of Cape Town, Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics
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What Is UCT Mathematics Competition?
UCT Mathematics Competition is for Western Cape high schools, with separate papers for grades 8-12. Each school may enter five individuals and five pairs per grade. Entry is free. Registration opens February 1 and closes February 26, 2027; the first paper is April 22 from 19:15 to 20:30. Invited later rounds are June 12 and June 19, followed by prizegiving July 29. Awards include trophies, calculators, books and certificates. Confirm venue and school rules; the official information does not establish that students write at their own school or need no travel.
UCT Mathematics Competition Key Facts: Cost, Deadline, and Eligibility
| Cost | Free |
|---|---|
| Format | In person |
| Eligibility | Grades 8–12 |
| Application deadline | February 26, 2027 |
| Listing last updated | August 30, 2026 |
Program details shown here reflect the current catalog record.
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