St. Gallen Symposium Global Ideas Competition 2027 in Switzerland

St. Gallen Symposium Global Ideas Competition

St. Gallen Symposium Global Ideas Competition 2027 in Switzerland

Brief Description

The St. Gallen Symposium Global Ideas Competition 2027 invites ambitious graduate and postgraduate students worldwide to compete for a prestigious CHF 20,000 prize pool and an all-expenses-paid trip to Switzerland. Hosted by the St. Gallen Symposium, this renowned challenge positions you as a Leader of Tomorrow, granting you access to cross-generational debates with world-renowned speakers and global leaders. If you are ready to tackle pressing international cooperation challenges through a targeted solution brief and a video pitch, this opportunity opens doors to an enduring worldwide community of thinkers.

Name of Host Institution

St. Gallen Symposium

Requirements/Eligibility Criteria

  • Enrolled in a graduate or postgraduate programme (master level or higher) in any field of study at a regular university.
  • Born in 1997 or later.
  • Submission of a Solution Brief (maximum 1,000 words using the official template).
  • Submission of a 3-minute Video Explainer.
  • Individual work only; group work is strictly prohibited.
  • Must include a copy of your passport or ID and official university confirmation of enrollment as of 1 February 2027.

Deadline

1 February 2027

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💡 Quick FAQ & IntelligenceTap to Expand

Q: What is the specific essay topic for the 2027 competition?

Entrants must answer the topic

Q: "What could we solve, if we could agree?" by identifying an unsolved problem and proposing a novel arrangement to make solving it more effective. Q2: Are team entries or co-authored submissions permitted?

No, the competition requires strictly individual work, and group submissions are not allowed.

Q: How is plagiarism checked during the evaluation process?

All contributions are tested for plagiarism, and any auxiliary aids, such as AI or translation tools, must be fully cited, or the submission will face immediate disqualification.


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