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香港新興科技教育協會

The 8th Greater Bay Area STEAM Excellence Award 2026 (HKSAR)

2025年10月13日

This award aims to enhance students’ creativity and innovation, and recognise young STEAM talents for their efforts


The 8th Greater Bay Area STEAM Excellence Award 2026 (HKSAR)

Background

The Greater Bay Area STEAM Excellence Award (HKSAR) has been organised by the Hong Kong New Emerging Technology Education Association (HKNETEA) since 2019. Its primary goal is to enhance students' creativity and innovation, while recognising young talents in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics). This award also acknowledges the dedication of schools and teachers committed to advancing STEAM education.


Award Categories

  1. ICT (Information and Communication Technology) (Including IT, AI, Robotics)


  2. Life and Health


  3. New Materials and New Energy


  4. Science Video


  5. Rotary Water Purification



Participation Streams

Applicants can participate in the following streams:

  • Primary School

  • Junior Secondary School

  • Senior Secondary School

  • Tertiary

  • Postgraduates

  • STEAM Teacher

  • STEAM School


Student participants can join individually or in small groups of up to five members. Students from mainland schools are also invited to participate, either independently or through school nominations.


Objectives of Each Category

ICT Category

Encourages students to develop digital literacy and leverage technology for effective communication, data management, and problem-solving. Applicants must present their work clearly, detailing their problem-solving approach, the technologies used, and the impact of their solutions.


Life and Health Category

Focuses on developing innovative solutions to health-related challenges using scientific principles and emerging technologies. Students are encouraged to explore personal health, nutrition, and wellness, addressing real-world health issues through research and project design.


New Materials and New Energy Category

Aims to inspire students to create innovative ideas and applications involving emerging materials and energy sources. Applicants should consider the environmental impact and propose novel technologies and processes for a sustainable future.


Science Video Category

Encourages creative communication of scientific concepts to enhance understanding and engagement. Participants should disseminate scientific knowledge, advocate the scientific method, and showcase research outcomes using new technologies in artistic creations.


Rotary Water Purification Category

Invites students to develop effective methods for water purification, raising awareness of clean water scarcity. Applicants must combine emerging technologies to create low-cost water treatment solutions.


General Eligibility Requirements

Participants should be aware of best practices and case-based experiences as outlined by the Office of Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data. In case of any disputes, the organiser's decision will be final and binding.


Participation Details by Stream

Primary School Stream

  • Eligibility: Full-time Hong Kong primary students (P.1 – P.6, academic year 2025-2026).

  • Project Format: Individual or group (up to 5 members).

  • Submission: Essay (400 words), short video, or PPT.

  • Administration Fee: Free


Junior Secondary School Stream

  • Eligibility: Full-time Hong Kong secondary students (F.1 – F.3, academic year 2025-2026).

  • Project Format: Individual or group (up to 5 members).

  • Submission: Essay (600 words), short video, or PPT.

  • Administration Fee: Free


Senior Secondary School Stream

  • Eligibility: Full-time Hong Kong secondary students (F.4 – F.6, academic year 2025-2026).

  • Project Format: Individual or group (up to 5 members).

  • Submission: Essay (800 words), short video, or PPT.

  • Administration Fee: Free


Tertiary Stream

  • Eligibility: Local registered vocational/tertiary students (Higher Diploma, Associate Degree, Bachelor), including graduates from the academic year 2025-2026. Non-local students are welcome.

  • Project Format: Individual or group (up to 5 members).

  • Submission: Essay (1,500 words), short video, or PPT.

  • Administration Fee: Free


Postgraduate Stream

  • Eligibility: Local registered tertiary students (Master and PhD), including graduates from the academic year 2025-2026. Non-local students are welcome.

  • Project Format: Individual or group (up to 5 members).

  • Submission: Essay (2,000 words), short video, or PPT.

  • Administration Fee: Free


STEAM Teacher Stream

Designed to enhance teaching practices, promote professional development, and integrate STEAM effectively in classrooms. Teachers are encouraged to develop inclusive assessment methods that cater to diverse learning styles.


STEAM School Stream

Encourages schools to foster interdisciplinary learning, creativity, and innovation, inspiring students to appreciate the importance of STEAM and its societal impact.


Top 10 STEAM Teachers is open to teachers from all schools, while Top 10 STEAM Schools is specifically for primary and secondary institutions, allowing schools to nominate a representative STEAM teacher or team.

Best Participating Schools recognises schools that demonstrate a strong commitment to STEAM education, providing opportunities for students and fostering a culture of innovation.


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第八屆大灣區STEAM卓越奬2026(香港)

背景

大灣區STEAM卓越獎（香港）由香港新興科技教育協會（HKNETEA）自2019年起舉辦，比賽目的旨在提高學生的創造力和創新能力，表彰年輕STEAM（科學、技術、工程、藝術和數學）學生的努力，同時表揚學校和教師的傑出工作和對STEAM教育的奉獻和承諾。



主題類別

  1. 資訊及通訊科技 (資訊科技、人工智能、機器人)

  2. 生命與健康

  3. 新材料與新能源

  4. 科普視頻 

  5. 扶輪淨水



組別

  1. 小學組

  2. 初中組

  3. 高中組

  4. 大專大學組

  5. 研究生組

  6. STEAM教師組

  7. STEAM學校組


學生可以選擇以個人或不超過 5 人的小組形式參加。


接受國內學校學生參加，學生可選擇獨立參與或經學校提名參與。




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