WAO Academic Marathon
​Welcome to the Academic Marathon Track of the World Academic Olympics (WAO)!
It's an immersive and transformative experience designed to unlock the full potential of students through rigorous and stimulating challenges.​
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History
The Academic Marathon was an independent international competition established in 2019. For four consecutive years, it has been held globally, attracting a total of 16,652 outstanding students from 29 countries and regions.
This prestigious competition has now been integrated into the WAO, becoming one of its distinguished tracks. This merger enhances the competitive landscape of WAO, offering students a more diverse and challenging experience.
A Testament to Perseverance
Much like the Marathon Running Race, which embodies endurance and determination, the Academic Marathon fosters a spirit of continuous pursuit of knowledge and personal growth. We elevate the academic journey, pushing the boundaries of traditional learning to an exhilarating new summit.
Beyond the Finish Line
Our focus transcends the competition itself. While the championship is a pinnacle moment, the Academic Marathon is fundamentally about expanding the horizons of academic exploration. We are dedicated to pushing students to surpass their perceived limits and to delve into the uncharted territories of their intellectual capabilities.
A Celebration of Potential
In the Academic Marathon, every participant is encouraged to not just compete but to explore, to learn, and to emerge with a deeper understanding of their own potential. It's an arena where the spirit of inquiry meets the thrill of discovery, and where every student can shine.
Events
The Academic Marathon Track features a variety of subject-specific events, each offering 2 levels of challenges: Standard Marathon and Super Marathon. Each level varies in duration and complexity, featuring the innovative One-Way Exam format.
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Artithon
Explores visual and performing arts, including art history, techniques, and creative expression.
Envirothon
​Addresses environmental science, sustainability, and the impact of human activities on natural systems.
Inforthon
Covers information technology and computer science, emphasizing data management and computational thinking.
Physithon
Tests knowledge in physics, including mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and modern physics.
Biothon
Explores the depths of biological sciences, from molecular biology to ecosystems and everything in between.
Finanthon
Focuses on finance, accounting principles, and the management of financial resources.
Lingothon
Focuses on linguistics, language structure, and the cultural aspects of language.
Psythothon
Examines psychological theories, mental processes, and human behavior.
Chemithon
​Covers a broad spectrum of chemistry topics, emphasizing analytical skills and chemical reactions.
Geothon
Explores physical and human geography, including spatial analysis and environmental systems.
Mathethon
Challenges students with a comprehensive range of mathematical concepts, problem-solving skills, and logical reasoning.
Econthon
Examines economic theories, principles, and real-world applications of economics.
Historithon
Focuses on historical events, critical thinking, and the interpretation of historical sources and evidence.
Philosothon
Covers major philosophical ideas, ethical reasoning, and critical thinking skills.
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Levels
Standard
Marathon
2-hour testing,
200 questions
Super Marathon
4-hour testing,
400 questions
One-Way Exam
The One-Way Exam aims to enhance the competitive experience, building on the foundation of past exams. It is characterized primarily by two features: Single-Direction Progress and Real-Time Scoring.
Single-Direction Progress
Students must adhere to a predetermined sequence for answering questions, with no option to skip or revisit previously answered questions for modifications.
Real-Time Scoring
Upon submitting an answer, it is instantly evaluated for correctness, and the score is recorded. Correct responses contribute to the score, while incorrect ones result in corresponding deductions.