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Challenge · 2026

TechFirst Girls' Competition (formerly CyberFirst Girls)

School teams of girls solve interactive challenges in cybersecurity, AI, semiconductors and quantum computing. No coding background needed.

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Key dates

Registration5 Oct – 10 Nov 2026
Competition11 Nov – 20 Nov 2026

Who can take part

12–13. Girls in Year 8 (England/Wales), S2 (Scotland) or Year 9 (Northern Ireland), in school teams.

Skills it needs, and how to prepare

Key skills: Cybersecurity, cryptography, AI, logic.

Questions parents ask

Registration: 5 Oct – 10 Nov 2026; Competition: 11 Nov – 20 Nov 2026. It usually runs registration October–November, competition in November. Always confirm on the official site.

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Details were checked on the official site in October 2026. Please confirm dates and rules with UK Government TechFirst, delivered by IBM before entering. CodingChamp is not affiliated with this event.

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