COMPOS is a programme for STEM-talented students in Years 10-12 (and returning students in Year 13) who want to push their understanding beyond the school curriculum in both physics and maths. UK state-school students receive a full bursary to participate.
Register your interest
New students can register their interest to join COMPOS for the 2026-27 programme year through to 24th September. (Please note: Returning COMPOS students should use the unique link sent to them via email.)
Entrance Assignments
The entrance assignments will be released at lunchtime on 17th August and work must be submitted by 23:59hrs (BST) 1st October for a possible place in the programme for 2026-27.
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Timeline Overview
| May-August | Students register their interest via an online form; COMPOS hires tutors for the next academic year. |
| August-October | Students complete an entrance assignment; in October, students are awarded a place based on their submission. |
| October-July | Weekly online tutorials run from October to spring for Years 11 and 13, and from November to July for Years 10 and 12. |