Join the Hackathon!

Welcome to VicHack!
VicHack is the largest Victorian student hackathon collaboration, brought to you by HackMelbourne, DSCUBED, MAC, MDN, and RISC. Spanning UniMelb, Monash, and RMIT, this hackathon is your ultimate hub for innovation, fun, and deep dives into the technical intricacies of various cutting-edge fields.

 

What are the streams?
We have four core streams for you to choose from, each offering a unique journey into groundbreaking technology:

  • Blockchain:
    Blockchain technology is set to revolutionize the way we build secure applications across industries such as finance, healthcare, and education.
  • Data Science:
    Data is ubiquitous, and harnessing it can unlock valuable insights. Dive into data science to learn how to capture and utilize data effectively.
  • Artificial Intelligence:
    Machines are on the brink of autonomous thinking. Utilize AI to build intelligent applications and uncover unique discoveries.
  • Mobile Development:
    Handheld devices are integral to our daily lives. Learn how to develop powerful applications that can transform everyday activities.

 

So what will you do?

  1. Explore the Streams
    Attend the stream workshops to get a feel for each stream and decide which one aligns with your interests.
  2. Team Up and Create
    Form your team, choose a stream, build an innovative project, and submit it to the hackathon.

 

Event Schedule and Key Dates

  • Opening Ceremony
    Join us on Friday, August 9th, to kick off the hackathon and gather all the essential information.
  • Hub Day 1
    On Saturday, August 10th, head to the University of Melbourne to start working on your project, meet new people, and win exciting prizes.
  • Hub Day 2
    Bring your friends to Monash University on Saturday, August 17th, for more fun and a chance to win exclusive prizes.
  • Submission Deadline
    Ensure your project is submitted by Sunday, August 18th, at 11 PM to compete for the main prize.
  • Networking Night and Winner's Showcase
    Conclude the hackathon on Firday, August 23rd, with networking opportunities and a showcase of the winning projects.

Great to have you here and we'll see you at the Hackathon!

Requirements

What to build and submit

First you'll pick a stream. Then according to that stream, you'll build and submit:

  • Your technical product
  • A 3-5 minute video pitch
  • Answers to key questions

Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

$3,600 in prizes
Best Mobile Development Project
1 winner

Best project within the Mobile Development Stream.

$500 AUD

Best Data Science Project
1 winner

Best project within the Data Science stream.
$500 AUD

Best AI Project
1 winner

Best project within the AI stream.
$500 AUD

Best Blockchain Project
1 winner

Best project within the Blockchain stream.
$500AUD

Best Accessibility Project
1 winner

Mosty Innovative Project
1 winner

Best Video Submission
1 winner

Best High School Project
1 winner

People's Choice Prize
1 winner

Best Social Impact Project
1 winner

Best Design Prize
1 winner

Best Social Media Post
1 winner

Runners Ups
3 winners

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

HackMelbourne

HackMelbourne

DSCUBED

DSCUBED

MAC

MAC

MDN

MDN

RISC

RISC

Citadel Securities

Citadel Securities

REA

REA

Judging Criteria

  • Stream specific
    Each stream has its own set of judging criteria.

Questions? Email the hackathon manager

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