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title: IdeaSpark 3.0 Playbook
description: Everything you need for IdeaSpark 3.0, including dates, schedule, rules, judging and FAQ.
eyebrow: The ideathon field guide
updated: 2026-09-15
---

# IdeaSpark 3.0 Playbook

Our motto is 決意し、火をつけ、導く。 ("Resolve, ignite, lead.")

- **Dates:** 5th & 6th October
- **Day 1:** Pitch your idea + fun games
- **Venue:** TODO
- **Team size:** TODO (e.g. 2–4)

> [!IMPORTANT]
> **Before you begin**
>
> Registration closes on **TODO**. Register from the main site.

## Schedule

### Day 1 (5 October)

| Time | What happens |
|---|---|
| TODO | Check-in |
| TODO | Opening & track reveal |
| TODO | Idea pitches |
| TODO | Fun games |

### Day 2 (6 October)

| Time | What happens |
|---|---|
| TODO | Mentoring round |
| TODO | Final presentations |
| TODO | Results & closing |

## Eligibility

- TODO: who can participate (years, departments, other colleges?)
- TODO: team size and whether cross-year teams are allowed

## Rules

1. Use the official [presentation template](/event-details/resources).
2. Each team picks **one** [track](/event-details/tracks).
3. TODO: originality / AI-use policy
4. TODO: time limit per pitch
5. TODO: code of conduct

## Judging

| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Problem understanding | TODO % |
| Innovation | TODO % |
| Feasibility | TODO % |
| Presentation | TODO % |

## Prizes

- TODO

## FAQ

### Do I need to know how to code?

TODO


### Can I switch tracks after registering?

TODO


## Contact

- TODO: coordinator names + phone/email