Tech
Galaxy
Award
tga.org
Who can
apply.
TGA convenes 12 teams per cohort, by competitive selection. We prioritize teams that bring intellectual range — academically strong, but also diverse in temperament, background, and lived experience.
- Eligible applicants: Schools · learning centers · independent teams
- Eligibility: Secondary school & university students
- Team size: Exactly 8 students per team
- Adult lead: 1 teacher / coach / coordinator
- Language: English working proficiency
- Countries: All — visas supported with documentation
- Prior experience: Not required
Application
timeline.
A staged process from expression of interest through final confirmation. The application window opens each September and closes in October.
Stage 1 · Early September
Expression of interest
A short form from the lead teacher or coordinator. Tells us who you are and why your team is applying.
Stage 2 · Mid September
Team application
Full team roster, a 500-word team statement, and one written response to a TGA prompt.
Stage 3 · Late September
Live conversation
A 30-minute video call between the TGA admissions committee and the lead teacher (optionally with two students).
Stage 4 · Early October
Cohort offers
12 teams confirmed. Two named alternates held in case of withdrawal.
Stage 5 · Mid October
Final confirmation
Teams confirm participation, settle the program fee, and receive a structured pre-reading pack.
Stage 6 · Late October & beyond
Logistics & cohort prep
Visa support, accommodation booking, and pre-cohort mentoring leading up to the program week in Singapore.
Fees
& inclusions.
TGA's program fee covers all on-site costs in Singapore. Teams are responsible for international travel and visas; we provide invitation letters and documentation as needed.
Need-based bursaries are available each cohort. We do not publish a fixed bursary cap — we read every request, and we cover up to the full program fee for accepted teams from under-resourced contexts.
Ask about bursariesIncluded in the program fee
- Seven days of programming ·
- Faculty mentorship from NUS, NTU, HKU, Cambridge ·
- All field-trip transport in Singapore ·
- Cohort accommodation (twin/triple rooms) ·
- Three meals daily during cohort week ·
- All materials, datasets, and prototyping supplies ·
- TGA certificate of participation (per student) ·
- TGA-CERT verifiable ID for every participant ·
Not included
- International airfare to / from Singapore ·
- Travel insurance ·
- Visa fees ·
Begin your
application.
Stage 1 is a five-minute expression of interest. Write to us with the subject line "EOI · [Your School / Team Name] · [Country]" and we will reply within five business days with the Stage 1 form.
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