United Kingdom

Committee of volunteers supported by staff at Warwick University (hosts of the national finals).

Approximately 15000.

Two 45 minute papers taken online in January.

Gold medal winners are then eligible to sit one 60 minute paper taken online in March.

Practical and theory exams at Warwick University.

The top sixteen students undergo three days of training and testing at the national finals.

Approximately five days of training just prior to the IBO. Often involves Kew Gardens and the Natural History Museum.

None.

Certificates awarded to Gold, Silver, Bronze, Highly Commended and Commended.

Badges awarded to Gold, Silver and Bronze.

September to July.

Social media and mailing lists of former participating schools.