Overview
The MASTIC 2026 Undergraduate Poster Competition is a unique opportunity for students to present their research findings and design concepts to a global audience of maritime experts. We invite you to translate your complex technical ideas into a compelling visual story.
This competition encourages students to think creatively about how they communicate scientific and technological advancements in the maritime sector. Participants will stand a chance to win cash prizes and certificates of excellence.
Cash Prizes
Win attractive rewards for the top 3 best posters.
Global Exposure
Network with international delegates and industry leaders.
Certification
Receive an official certificate of participation from MASTIC.
Awards & Prizes
Winners will be announced during the closing ceremony of the conference.
1st Place
IDR 3,000,000 + Certificate of Excellence
2nd Place
IDR 2,000,000 + Certificate of Merit
3rd Place
IDR 1,000,000 + Certificate of Merit
Favorite Poster
Voted by conference attendees on the exhibition day.
Rules & Eligibility
Please ensure you meet all requirements before submitting.
- Participants: Must be active undergraduate students (Bachelor/Diploma) from any university worldwide.
- Team Size: Participation can be individual or in a team of up to 3 students.
- One Entry: Each team/individual may submit only one poster entry.
- Topic Alignment: The poster content must align with one of the MASTIC 2026 conference topics (Safety, Security, Health, Environment, or Technology).
- Originality: The work must be original and not previously published or awarded in other competitions.
Poster Specifications
Submissions that do not follow these formatting rules will be disqualified.
Format & Dimensions
- Size: A1 (594 x 841 mm).
- Orientation: Portrait (Vertical).
- File Format: PDF (High Resolution) and JPG/PNG for web display.
- Max File Size: 10 MB.
Content Requirements
Your poster must clearly display:
- Title of the research.
- Names of all team members and university affiliation.
- Abstract/Introduction.
- Methodology.
- Results/Discussion.
- Conclusion.
- References (QR code is acceptable to save space).
Judging Criteria
Our panel of judges will evaluate submissions based on the following:
Content (40%)
Clarity of research, depth of analysis, and relevance to maritime safety themes.
Visuals (30%)
Design aesthetics, layout balance, use of charts/graphs, and readability.
Innovation (30%)
Novelty of the idea and creative approach to problem-solving.