introduction
The Galaxy Explorer Competition is an annual, online national competition in Malaysia for students from Standard 4 to Form 5 and Pre-University level. It features engaging challenges in space science and astronomy that aim to spark curiosity, develop critical thinking, and encourage interest in exploring the universe and achieve the following objectives:
- To expand students’ understanding of astronomy and space science, including topics such as the solar system, planets, stars, and galaxies.
- To spark scientific curiosity and deepen interest in the universe through challenging questions and interactive activities.
- To inspire further learning and exploration in space science through a fun and educational experience.
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IMPORTANT DATES
(eXPLORER COMPETITION)
Registration Open
(Early-bird) : 11 May - 11 June 2026
Registration Close
(Normal) : 12 June - 12 August 2026
Competition Day (Online)
10 October 2026
Result Announcement
November 2026
categories
Primary
Public School
- Standard 4, 5 and 6
International School
- Year 4, 5 and 6
Secondary
Public School
- Form 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
International School
- Year 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Pre-University
STAGES
Galaxy Explorer Competition
An online national school-level competition that introduces general space science and astronomy.
Malaysian Astronomy Olympiad (MyAO)
The top 10% students from secondary category in Biology Explorer Competition will be selected for the next stage, the Malaysian Astronomy Olympiad (MyAO).
National Training Camp
The top 15 students from MyAO will be invited to participate in the Selection Camp, and the best four students will be selected for the National Training Camp.
International Astronomy Olympiad (IAO)
Four students from the National Training Camps will represent Malaysia at the International Astronomy Olympiad (IAO).
COMPETITION FORMAT
Mode
Online
Answering Time
1 hour 15 minutes
Necessity
- PC/Laptop
- Stable internet connection
- Scientific calculator.
Languages
English and Bahasa Melayu
Format
30 objective questions
SYLLABUS
Primary
- Earth
- Light and Dark
- Technology
- Solar System
- Properties of Light
- Sound
- Moon and Constellation
- Speed
- Eclipse
- Galaxy
Secondary
- Force and Motion
- Stars and Galaxies
- Solar System
- Meteoroid, Asteroid and Comet
- Space Weather
- Nuclear Energy
- Space Exploration
- Space Technology
AWARDS AND CERTIFICATES
Each participant will receive a certificate of participation. Awards will be given to the top scorers, according to the percentiles as shown below. The awards are symbolic, not an actual medal.
TOP 10%
will receive a Gold, Silver or Bronze Award Certificate
NEXT 40%
will receive an Honorable Certificate
REMAINING 50%
will receive a Certificate of Participation