FAQ FOR TEACHER
1. What is the Geography Explorer Competition?
The Geography Explorer Competition is an annual online, national-level school competition that offers an exciting opportunity for students to explore and learn about the world around them through engaging challenges and activities.
2. What are the benefits of participating in Geography Explorer Competitions?
| Stage | Programme Name | Description / Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Geography Explorer Competition | Initial competition stage |
| 2 | Malaysia Geography Olympiad (MyGeo) | Annual national competition for secondary school and pre-university students Platform to showcase and enhance geographical knowledge |
| 3 | National Selection Camp | Selection and evaluation of top-performing students |
| 4 | National Training Camp | Intensive training for selected students preparing for international competition |
| 5 | International Geography Olympiad (iGeo) | Top students from the National Training Camp represent Malaysia internationally |
3. Our school is new to the Geography Explorer Competition Competition, and we want to join. What do we need to do next?
Each school is required to appoint at least one Teacher-In-Charge (TIC) responsible for handling registration, payment, and overseeing the competition day. The designated teacher must have a ContestHub account to ensure our secretary is informed that you are the TIC representing your school. To be officially recognized as the TIC, please reach out to our customer support team using the phone number provided in FAQs 15.
4. How many teachers can be assigned as Teacher-In-Charge (TIC)?
For the Geography Explorer Competition, our system allows up to three teachers-in-charge to be assigned per school. If your school requires more than three teachers, please feel free to reach out to our support team for assistance.
5. If I transfer to another school in 2026, do I need to create a new contesthub account?
To register your students, you must create a new account on ContestHub. If you register your students using a previous ContestHub account, we will assume that the students are from your previous school, and we will also assume that you are still a teacher there.
6. Is there a minimum or maximum number of participants required from each school in the Geography Explorer Competition Competition?
We do not have any minimum or maximum requirements for registration, as we warmly welcome all schools to participate in our competition.
7. What is the important date for the Geography Explorer Competition?
| Early-bird Registration (RM40 per student) | Normal Registration (RM45 per student) | Close Registration | Competition day (Online) | Results Announcement |
| 11 May 2026 | 12 June 2026 | 12 August 2026 | 11 October 2026 | November 2026 |
8. Who can participate in Geography Explorer Competitions?
Geography Explorer Competition competitions are open to students of all levels, from primary school to secondary school. There are different categories based on the students’ grade level for international schools, allowing a wide range of students to participate.
Primary Category | Secondary Category |
Public school: Primary 4, 5 & 6 | Public school: Form 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5 |
9. How can my students participate in Geography Explorer Competitions?
Students can participate in the Geography Explorer Competition through the following registration method:
School Registration (Only Method):
All students must register through their school. A designated teacher will be appointed to manage and handle the registration process via www.contesthub.my.
Registration Fees:
- Early Bird Registration: RM40 per student
- Normal Registration: RM45 per student
Note: Early bird rates are available for a limited time only. Schools are encouraged to register early to enjoy the discounted fee.
Important:
All participants must register through their respective schools.
10. Can non-Malaysian students participate in Geography Explorer Competitions?
Yes, non-Malaysian students can participate in Geography Explorer Competition competitions. The competitions are inclusive and open to all students studying in Malaysia, regardless of their nationality.
11. How to prepare my students for the Geography Explorer Competition?
The Geography Explorer Competition provides study materials and practice papers on their official website https://mygeo-olympiad.my and https://mygeo-olympiad.my/mygeo to help students prepare.
12. What is the Geography Explorer Competition's formats & scoring system for each question?
The Geography Explorer Competition is conducted online via the Autoproctor system, featuring 30 objective questions. Participants are alloted 1 hour and 15 minutes to answer, with points assigned based on their difficulty levels: easy, medium, and hard. The Autoproctor system is actives from 10 am to 5 pm on the competition day, allowing students to answer at any time within this period. All participants must use a laptop, computer, or tablet with a stable internet connection and a scientific calculator.
13. Are there any prizes for winners of Geography Explorer Competitions?
Yes, all students who participate in the Geography Explorer Competition will receive a certificate of participation.
Top-performing students will be recognized with awards categorized as Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Honorable Mention, based on their marks. Students will receive certificates reflecting their respective awards.
Note: No medals are provided; awards are issued in certificate form only.
14. Where can I purchase practice books for my students?
You can purchase practice books for your students at our online store: https://shop.ardentedu.com/book-shop/ . For any assistance or inquiries, please contact our sales representative, Ms. Najia, at 010-2727849
15. How can I stay updated about Geography Explorer Competition events and news?
Official website: https://mygeo-olympiad.my/
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/MalaysianGeographyOlympiad
For competition inquiries, contact our hotline: 03-41420441
Or, reach out to our customer support team (Call/Whatsapp) on weekdays (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm)
Ms. Nadhirah: 016-2574143
Ms. Jannah: 018-3604143
Ms. Suri: 018-392 0204
FAQ FOR PARENT
1. What is the Geography Explorer Competition?
The Geography Explorer Competition is an annual online, national-level school competition that offers an exciting opportunity for students to explore and learn about the world around them through engaging challenges and activities.
2. What are the benefits of participating in Geography Explorer Competitions?
| Stage | Programme Name | Description / Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Geography Explorer Competition | Initial competition stage |
| 2 | Malaysia Geography Olympiad (MyGeo) | Annual national competition for secondary school and pre-university students Platform to showcase and enhance geographical knowledge |
| 3 | National Selection Camp | Selection and evaluation of top-performing students |
| 4 | National Training Camp | Intensive training for selected students preparing for international competition |
| 5 | International Geography Olympiad (iGeo) | Top students from the National Training Camp represent Malaysia internationally |
3. What is the important date for the Geography Explorer Competition?
| Early-bird Registration (RM40 per student) | Normal Registration (RM45 per student) | Close Registration | Competition day (Online) | Results Announcement |
| 11 May 2026 | 12 June 2026 | 12 August 2026 | 11 October 2026 | November 2026 |
4. Who can participate in Geography Explorer Competitions?
Geography Explorer Competition competitions are open to students of all levels, from primary school to secondary school. There are different categories based on the students’ grade level for international schools, allowing a wide range of students to participate.
Primary Category | Secondary Category |
Public school: Primary 4, 5 & 6 International school: Year 4, 5 & 6 | Public school: Form 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5 International school: Year 7, 8 ,9 ,10 , 11, & 12 Pre-University |
5. How can my child participate in Geography Explorer Competitions?
Students can participate in the Geography Explorer Competition through the following registration method:
School Registration (Only Method):
All students must register through their school. A designated teacher will be appointed to manage and handle the registration process via www.contesthub.my.
Registration Fees:
- Early Bird Registration: RM40 per student
- Normal Registration: RM45 per student
Note: Early bird rates are available for a limited time only. Schools are encouraged to register early to enjoy the discounted fee.
Important:
All participants must register through their respective schools.
6. Can non-Malaysian students participate in Geography Explorer Competitions?
Yes, non-Malaysian students can participate in Geography Explorer Competition competitions. The competitions are inclusive and open to all students studying in Malaysia, regardless of their nationality.
7. How to prepare my students for the Geography Explorer Competition?
The Geography Explorer Competition provides study materials and practice papers on their official website https://mygeo-olympiad.my and https://mygeo-olympiad.my/mygeo to help students prepare.
8. What is the Geography Explorer Competition's formats & scoring system for each question?
The Geography Explorer Competition is conducted online via the Autoproctor system, featuring 30 objective questions. Participants are alloted 1 hour and 15 minutes to answer, with points assigned based on their difficulty levels: easy, medium, and hard. The Autoproctor system is actives from 10 am to 5 pm on the competition day, allowing students to answer at any time within this period. All participants must use a laptop, computer, or tablet with a stable internet connection and a scientific calculator.
9. Are there any prizes for winners of Geography Explorer Competitions?
Yes, all students who participate in the Geography Explorer Competition will receive a certificate of participation.
Top-performing students will be recognized with awards categorized as Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Honorable Mention, based on their marks. Students will receive certificates reflecting their respective awards.
Note: No medals are provided; awards are issued in certificate form only.
10. Where can I purchase practice books for my students?
You can purchase practice books for your students at our online store: https://shop.ardentedu.com/book-shop/ . For any assistance or inquiries, please contact our sales representative, Ms. Najia, at 010-2727849
11. How can I stay updated about Geography Explorer Competition events and news?
Official website: https://mygeo-olympiad.my/
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/MalaysianGeographyOlympiad
For competition inquiries, contact our hotline: 03-41420441
Or, reach out to our customer support team (Call/Whatsapp) on weekdays (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm)
Nadhirah: 016-2574143
Jannah: 018-3604143
Suri: 018-392 0204