PSSOC
Singapore Youth
Policy Competition
About SYPC
The Singapore Youth Policy Challenge (SYPC) is a flagship initiative organised by the Political Science Society of NUS (PSSOC). Formerly known as the Singapore Undergraduate Policy Competition (SUPC), the competition has evolved in both scope and vision.
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Previously, SUPC catered primarily to undergraduates and polytechnic students. However, recognising the value of diverse perspectives in tackling complex societal challenges, we have rebranded as SYPC and expanded our outreach to include Junior College students.
SYPC serves as a dynamic platform for students to explore policy-making, develop innovative and sustainable solutions, and present their ideas to a panel of esteemed judges, including academics, senior government officials, and policy professionals. The top teams will receive cash prizes, and outstanding proposals may even be considered for real-world implementation.
In addition to the competition, participants will benefit from interactive workshops and keynote sessions led by industry experts, providing valuable insights and hands-on experience in crafting impactful policy solutions.
This annual competition has since attracted over 160 participants, from both local and international universities. With our expanded outreach this edition, SYPC is set to grow even further.
Join us in shaping the policies of tomorrow, today.
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Competition Vision
To drive student engagement and ideation on contemporary public policy challenges, allow undergraduates to learn from industry experts and government officials on the challenges in formulating public policy solutions and spur promising students in the direction of solution-driven approaches to public policies.
Competition Theme
Catalyst: Igniting Ideas, Crafting Futures marks a bold step in youth-driven policy innovation. In an era of rapid digital disruption and shifting social landscapes, young people are no longer just participants—they are catalysts of transformation. This theme invites youth to spark bold, actionable ideas that respond to today’s most pressing issues while shaping inclusive and resilient futures.
Competition Dates and Location
SYPC 2025 is a 2-day conference held on 21st and 22nd June 2025.
Participants must attend all two days of the conference.
The details are as follows:
Day 1: 21st June 2025 (Sat)
0900 — 1900 hrs (GMT +8)
University Town @ National University of Singapore for both local and international undergraduates.
Day 2: 22nd June 2025 (Sun)
0900 — 1900 hrs (GMT +8)
University Town @ National University of Singapore for both local and international undergraduates.
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University Town is located at 2 College Ave West, Stephen Riady Centre, Singapore 138607
Registration
Early-bird registration for SYPC 2025 has commenced.
You may register as an individual OR in groups of 3-4, where individual registrants will be randomly organised into groups of 3-4.
Junior College & Polytechnic students will be competing in the JUNIOR CATEGORY.
Undergraduate students will be competing in the SENIOR CATEGORY.
Early bird registration closes on 17 May 2025, 2359 hrs (GMT +8)
Fee: 30 SGD per participant
Regular registration closes on 7 June 2025, 2359 hrs (GMT +8)
Fee: 35 SGD per participant
Awards and Prizes
Per Category
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Best Team
SGD300
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First Runner-Up Team
SGD200
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Second Runner-up Team
SGD100
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