Register now — British Neuroscience Olympiad (BNO) 2026

Take the regional round: sharpen your brain, show your neuroscience flair, and compete for a spot at the national finals in London.

Key facts

• Event: British Neuroscience Olympiad (BNO) — Regional round (online) and National round (live in London)
• Regional round date: March, 2026 (30-minute online, proctored test: 50 multiple-choice questions)
• National round: August 2026 (top 50 performers invited)
• Who can enter: Secondary school students (approx. ages 14–19) from all over the world. Students may register individually — school registration is not required.

Why enter?

• Officially recognised UK neuroscience competition for secondary school students.
• Great for university applications and CVs — demonstrates advanced interest in neuroscience and clinical reasoning.
• National finalists get to participate in live practical rounds (neuroanatomy, patient diagnosis, Q&A).

What the regional round looks like

• 50 multiple-choice questions
• 30 minutes total (strict time limit)
• Online, proctored — academic honesty is strictly enforced

Suggested preparation resources

• Neuroscience: Science of the Brain (selected chapters — note: some chapters may be excluded)
• Brain Facts (Society for Neuroscience)
• Essential Neuroscience by Siegel (useful for national round prep)

How to register

1. Click Register on the official competition page: https://britishneuroscienceolympiad.co.uk/bno-2025/.
2. Complete the online registration form with student details.
3. Check your inbox 1 week before the event for confirmation and proctoring instructions.

Need help? Sign up for our premier British Neuroscience Olympiad Training camp at https://forms.gle/uvigfWfc6mdhh4Jb6.

Contact & support

If you have questions or need help registering, email: info@biolympiads.com

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Ready to test your neurons? Register for BNO 2025 now and claim your shot at the national finals.

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