RULE BOOK
INTERNATIONAL DATA SCIENCE OLYMPIAD
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The International Data Science Olympiad (IDSOL) is an annual global competition challenging students and recent graduates to practically apply data science and artificial intelligence from first principles to real-world challenges, themed around the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.
Unlike a hackathon or case competition, students and schools bring their best cumulative work to the Olympiads, but many also start from scratch.
With hundreds of youth from dozens of countries expected to be represented across hundreds of academic institutions, IDSOL 2025 provides ample networking opportunities to forge friendships and make meaningful connections with a plethora of potential partners in government, NGO, and industry.
Competition Theme
Competition Theme
Why Join IDSOL
Why Join IDSOL
Develop Future-Ready Skills
Develop Future-Ready Skills
Gain understanding for what "data science & AI" can and cannot do
Connect With A Global Network
Connect With A Global Network
Build relationships with peers, mentors, and leaders
Relevant, Practical Problem Solving
Relevant, Practical Problem Solving
Design & develop impactful things rooted in reality
Gain Worldwide Recognition
Gain Worldwide Recognition
Showcase your abilities and shine on the world stage
Important Dates & Milestones
Important Dates & Milestones
*a contestant may be attached to more than one team (1+ team may have the same human)
**a team may be attached to more than one project (1 team may be working on many projects)
***a project must be attached to a team (the project competes, not the team, not the human)
Testimonials
Testimonials
IDSOL fostered self-directed learning, encouraging me to seek solutions beyond traditional academia, pushing me out of my comfort zone.
Bryan Chiu
Canadian International School
IDSOL helped me develop strong system design thinking skills, enabling me to approach complex problems with innovative solutions.
Dominic Tam
Hong Kong Academy for Gifted Education
An incredibly motivating journey! I walked away not only with valuable professional connections but also friendships.
Rebeca Borrego Cavazos
Universidad de Monterrey
KBI is very dedicated to advancing students’ knowledge and application skills in blockchain and data science.
Prof. Isabel Yan
City University of Hong Kong
Initially, I didn't consider a career in innovation and tech. The Olympiads convinced me to pursue I&T and eventually launch a startup.
Nikkia Lo
Diocesan Girls' School
KBI helped me understand the power of tech, not just as a school subject but also a medium to empower every aspect of our daily lives.
Lester Chong
United World College (UWC)
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