A SOUTHALL student is one of 30 semi-finalists in an international science competition.

Gurdit Singh, 18,  from Featherstone High School, is competing in the Breakthrough Junior Challenge, where entrants create short videos to bring a scientific concept to life.

The winner will receive a $250,000 university scholarship, while his/her teacher will receive a $50,000 prize and the school a $100,000 science lab.

Gurdit said: “My school is located in a relatively deprived area of London and more than 30% of students are on free school meals.

“This award would undoubtedly bring many benefits by enhancing the learning experience for future generations at my school.”

 He hopes to rally support for his entry in the upcoming popular vote stage from September 5-20, feeling this could inspire young people to study STEM subjects.

Members of the public can vote for their favourite videos on the Breakthrough Prize’s YouTube or Facebook page.

The top-scoring video will automatically reach the final round of judging.

His contest entry is about spectroscopy, the study of light and the electromagnetic spectrum.