This diagram shows the various competition stages.

From putting together a team to qualifying for the HotHouse the following step pages will tell you what you need to know.

Quotes from previous entrants

"The Big Ideas Youth Challenge has been something that exceeds all expectations, this competition is different to all other projects in a similar style. When the competition finishes, the opportunities don't." 

"This is a special competition that doesn't focus on the necessity of winning, but encourages and rewards team work and co-operation."