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Tier AOscarScreenings
Festival dossier
2026 Taiwan International Student Design Competition(TISDC)
Taiwan · Est. 2010 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Taiwan
26
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- Listed as 'competition' not 'festival' - likely online-only awards
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
Overview
The Taiwan International Student Design Competition (TISDC) is a large annual student design event in Taiwan organized by the Ministry of Education, attracting entries from students worldwide and often described as one of the world’s largest student design competitions.[1][8] It is notable for its international reach, free entry, substantial prize pool, and a digital animation category that includes film, animation, game design, and emerging media rather than a traditional standalone film-festival program.[1][4][16]
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 16 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-36 pts)
- Listed as 'competition' not 'festival' - likely online-only awards
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- COMPETITION_NOT_FESTIVAL
Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2010
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