TuKoKe rules

Below are a few points concerning the TuKoKe rules. Please see also the rules pages in Finnish.

Who can participate?

To participate you need to be under 21 years old at the end of spring term and study in Finland or in a Finnish school abroad. A permission from the guardian is needed for participants who are under 18 years old.

You can participate on your own or in a group. In TuKoKe there is no limit on group size. But please note that TuKoKe is also an affiliate contest for some international science events. Most international competitions limit the group size to 2 to 3 persons.

It is possible to participate every year until you turn 21. If you wish to participate with the same project as the previous year, further development and new input is required.

You may also participate in other competitions with the same project.

Age categories

There are four age categories:

  • Category I: second grade pupils and younger

  • Category II: grades 3-9

  • Category III: all other youth under the age of 21

  • Category Y: for group projects whose participants belong to different age categories.

What kind of projects are accepted?

There are no limits as to the scientific discipline or theme as long as the project does not raise ethical concerns. TuKoKe project must not jeopardize its authors´, participants, or study object’s health or safety.

Project safety and ethical guidelines

Read more about guidelines for creating a TuKoKe project in a responsible way.

Can I participate if I have completed my project without an instructor?

Yes. TuKoKe welcomes both projects you have worked on at school and projects you have completed on your own and/or in your spare time.

Can I submit more than one project?

You can submit up to two projects. However, only one of your projects can be selected to the final event.

Can I participate with my extended essay (ib students)?

Yes. Please add a cover page with the name of the project, date and information that you are participating in TuKoKe. Do not write your name or the name of the school on the cover page because projects are evaluated anonymously.