# The Coding Challenge (formerly OUCC)

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## Core facts

- **Organiser:** Raspberry Pi Foundation (https://olympiads.co.uk/organisation/raspberry-pi-foundation)
- **Subjects:** Computer Science
- **Age groups:** Primary, Junior, Intermediate, Senior
- **Activity type:** Competition
- **Format:** Online
- **Entry route:** Open to UK students aged 10-19 who participated in the UK Bebras Challenge. Must be supervised by a teacher or registered home educator. Students can participate at any skill level regardless of age.

## Dates

- **Next/representative edition start:** 2027-01-01 (month precision) [projected edition — not yet confirmed]

## URLs

- **Official website:** https://www.bebras.uk/index.php?action=content&id=132
- **Olympiads.co.uk page:** https://olympiads.co.uk/event/raspberry-pi-foundation/the-coding-challenge-formerly-oucc
- **This facts page:** https://olympiads.co.uk/ai/events/raspberry-pi-foundation/the-coding-challenge-formerly-oucc.md

## Summary

The Coding Challenge (formerly Oxford University Computer Challenge)

The Coding Challenge is an exciting programming competition designed for UK students aged 10-19 who participated in the UK Bebras Challenge. As the successor to the Oxford University Computing Challenge (OUCC), this competition represents the next step in the journey for UK Bebras participants.

Challenge Overview

The Coding Challenge is a 45-minute competition that challenges students to apply computational thinking skills through practical programming. What makes this challenge unique is its accessibility and inclusive approach - it's specifically designed to welcome students of all skill levels, from complete beginners to advanced programmers.

Challenge Groups

Block-Based Programming
• Novice: Entry-level programming using Turtle Blockly
• Explorer: Advanced block-based challenges using Turtle Blockly

Text-Based Programming
• Navigator: Introduction to text-based programming
• Pathfinder: Intermediate programming challenges
• Trailblazer: Advanced programming problems for experienced coders

Supported Programming Languages
• Python
• C#
• Java
• Visual Basic
• Additional languages available upon registration

Competition Details
• Duration: 45 minutes
• Format: Online, school-supervised challenge
• Cost: Free to enter (supported by the Raspberry Pi Foundation)

Educational Impact

The challenge aims to:
• Enhance programming skills
• Build student confidence
• Inspire creative problem-solving
• Develop practical coding abilities
• Foster computational thinking skills

Historical Context

The Coding Challenge builds upon the legacy of the Oxford University Computing Challenge (OUCC), expanding its scope and accessibility while maintaining the high standards of computational thinking and programming excellence.
## Data provenance

- **Sources:** Supabase activity/event catalogue
- **Last generated:** 2026-06-13
- **Representative edition:** yes
- **Projected dates:** yes — treat as estimate

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