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UQJS Speech Competition 2026
The annual UQ Japan Society Japanese Speech Competition is a contest for high school and university students from across southeast Queensland to promote Japanese language learning and culture together.
Contestants are given a topic which they will present in front of an audience and judges, and have the chance to win a prize!
To ensure a fair and supportive competition, the contest will feature two categories:
Beginner Division Topic:
「尊敬する人について」
“About the person I respect the most”
Speech Length: 2–3 minutes ( +30 seconds allowance, with point deductions)
Eligibility: Below N3 level
Open Division Topic:
「人間の本質は善なのか悪なのか」
“Are people inherently good, or inherently evil?”
Speech Length: 4–5 minutes (+ 30 second allowance, with point deductions)
Eligibility: Native speakers, N3+/JAPN3XXX or higher
The top three winners in each category will receive a prize from our sponsors.
Details of the prize to be announced soon!
We are excited to invite judges from the Japanese community:
Beginner Division Judges: TBD
Open Division Judges: TBD
Whether you are a beginner or an advanced learner, this contest is a great opportunity to showcase your Japanese skills, build confidence in public speaking, and meet other students who are also passionate about the Japanese language and culture.
We look forward to seeing passionate Japanese learners join us for this exciting and memorable event this year!
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