Competition & Talent Programme
The Only Tuition-Free, Selective, Cambridge-Based Global Math Summer
Programme for the Next Generation of AI Leaders
Through lectures, tutorials and competition practice, students explore topics ranging from number theory, topology to geometry and theoretical physics.
As the first initiative of its kind to collaborate with Asia, Clarkson is committed to nurturing the next generation of mathematical and AI talent. Rooted in the Cambridge tradition of intellectual inquiry and academic excellence, we welcome all nationalities to join.
By the end of the programme, the 20 students will:
Strengthen their ability to construct and communicate mathematical proofs
Develop advanced problem-solving techniques for competitions and university entrance
Experience Cambridge-style tutorials and collaborative inquiry
Engage in academic discussion and mathematical writing
Build confidence, discipline and intellectual curiosity in an international academic setting
Gain a certificate issued by the University of Cambridge
Curated and led by Dr Owain Salter Fitz-Gibbon
and Dr James Moore. Teaching topics will cover:
- Numbers Theory
- Topology
- Geometry
- Theoretical physics
- Problem Solving
- AI Foundations
Over 50 hours of in-depth mathematics teaching
delivered by faculty from the University of
Cambridge.
- Morning Lectures: Core mathematical concepts taught by Cambridge tutors
- Afternoon Tutorials: Small-group discussions and guided problem-solving
- Evening Labs & Research Sessions: Explore open problems and collaborative investigations
- Guest Seminars: Talks by mathematicians and experts in AI, finance and data science
Girish Menon in Hong Kong
April
Confirmation of Acceptance,
Reading Lists sent out from
Clarkson Institute for preparation
Clarkson Institute Mathematical Competition & Talent Programme
Personalized Report Card and Analysis,endorsed by Professors from Lucy Cavendish College, University of Cambridge
Certificate of Achievement jointly issued byClarkson Institute and Lucy Cavendish College
Each day follows a Cambridge-style rhythm of lectures,
tutorials, problem-solving sessions, and independent study.
12:00
examples led by Cambridge faculty.
14:00
16:00
problems, and structured exercises.
17:00
tutors.
Our team of university mathematics faculty leads the programme from design to delivery,offering students a rich curriculum in pure mathematics, competition problem-solving and proof-based reasoning — all grounded in Cambridge’s intellectual rigour.
Fitz-Gibbon
Mathematics, Lucy Cavendish College,
University of Cambridge
Before joining Lucy as a College Assistant
Professor Owain spent a couple of years
in a similar role as a College Lecturer at
Churchill, and before that a year as a
Stipendiary Lecturer at Pembroke and
Wadham Colleges, Oxford.
In the three years since finishing his PhD
in maths at Cambridge, Owain has spent
most his time focused on undergraduate
teaching.
Dr James Moore is the College Assistant
Professor in Physics, and acts as the
Director of Studies for Physical Natural
Sciences and Physics in Parts IA and IB.
In his research work, he studies the
structure of the proton using statistics
and machine-learning tools.
In his spare time, he enjoys reading,
cooking, running, and playing the violin
in one of the city orchestras.
your mathematical thinking and
personal development.
Stay connected with mentors and
the supportive talent community
that lasts after the program ends.
Live the life as a Cambridge student
experience tutorials, college life,
and real university culture.
Build meaningful, lifelong mentor
relationships that guide academic
progress and future pathways.
communication through debates
led by Cambridge-trained tutors.
Learn in small-group, seminar-style
classes designed to stretch thinking
beyond traditional school teaching.
Program is crafted and taught by
esteemed Cambridge professors,
with tutorials led by insightful
Cambridge students.
Earn a Cambridge-endorsed
certificate, with top performers
receiving recommendation letters
to strengthen future applications.
Access to curated pre-program
coaching and materials, ensuring all
students arrive confident and
wellprepared.