The STEM Education Promotion Alliance (SEPA) is delighted to announce a partnership with the South East Asia STEAM Education Network (SSEN) and STEAMAX JSC to promote and expand access to the CREST Awards — the internationally renowned STEM project awards programme from the British Science Association — to a wider number of students across Vietnam.
The STEM Education Promotion Alliance (SEPA) is delighted to announce a partnership with the South East Asia STEAM Education Network (SSEN) and STEAMAX JSC to promote and expand access to the CREST Awards — the internationally renowned STEM project awards programme from the British Science Association — to a wider number of students across Vietnam.
About CREST Awards
The CREST Awards are the British Science Association’s flagship programme for young people, providing inspiring and engaging opportunities for ages 3–19. Recognised nationwide in the UK, CREST supports student-led projects in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Through hands-on, practical projects, CREST enables students to develop critical thinking, research skills, project management, teamwork and creativity — essential competencies for the 21st century
Benefits of participating in CREST Awards
Through this collaboration, students in Vietnam can now undertake a CREST project alongside their participation in national science and engineering competitions — gaining both local recognition and an internationally respected certificate. This dual pathway offers:
- Enhanced project quality with the guidance of trained CREST Mentors.
- Advanced development of scientific research, engineering design and science communication skills.
- Greater real-world relevance and global recognition of students’ innovations and outcomes.
- Broader learning opportunities and an internationally benchmarked validation of their capabilities.
The role of SEPA
With its extensive network of teachers and schools nationwide, SEPA will work with SSEN and STEAMAX to expand CREST implementation across Vietnam — supporting students, educators and the wider education community in adopting internationally benchmarked, project-based learning, and fostering a culture of STEM linked to innovation and sustainable development.
This milestone marks the first formal roll-out of individual STEM project accreditation for Vietnamese students, reaffirming the commitment of SEPA and its partners to advancing equitable, high-quality and globally connected learning opportunities.