Sir Isaac Newton Exam (SIN)
One of the most influential physics contests for high school students in Canada
Hosted by the Physics & Astronomy Department of the University of Waterloo
The exam, although challenging, is meant to be refreshing and fun
Outstanding students are invited to more advanced science programs
Date: 9th May, 2021 (Sunday), 14:00 - 16:00pm (2 hours)
Introduction
The University of Waterloo, founded in 1957 and located at the heart of Canada's technology hub, is consistently ranked Canada's most innovative university. Waterloo is home to advanced research and teaching in science and engineering, mathematics and computer science, health, environment, arts and social sciences. From 2011 to 2013, the university was consistently ranked third in the overall Canadian university rankings by McLean magazine as one of the best universities in North America.
The Sir Isaac Newton (SIN) exam, born in 1969, is a test of high school physics and is offered by the Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Waterloo to encourage the teaching of physics. Past statistics indicate that about 2,500 students from over 300 high schools write the exam each year. The exam, although challenging, is meant to be refreshing and fun. Students participate from across Canada, the USA and abroad.
From 2018, ASDAN China (ASDAN Academy)and the University of Waterloo have cooperated to bring the Sir Isaac Newton Exam to China, in order to bring more opportunities for Chinese students. Students from more than 280 international and key middle schools have participated in this competition in 2020.
Official website: uwaterloo.ca/sir-isaac-newton-exam/
Competition Rules
Language
English
Date
9th May, 2021 (Sunday), 14:00-16:00pm (2 hours)
Format
Individual written test
Type
Multiple choice problems, all questions are of equal value: +4 for a correct answer, 0 for a blank answer, and -1 for an incorrect answer
Location
• Online (exam computer or phone must be equipped with a camera)
• Exam centers across China
Participants
High school students
Awards
Global Awards
- Top 150 globally
National Awards
- Gold: Top 10%
- Silver: Top 25%
- Bronze: Top 35%
- Regional Honorable Award: Regional top 20%
Registration
Fee
Includes exam, proctor fee, grading, past-papers and one online mock exam(ASDAN doesn't provide any trainings)
Online mock exam will be open 24 hours after registration deadline
Registration Deadline
25th April, 2021 (Exam center)
2nd May, 2021 (Online)
Exam Centers
Sample Problems
