Reaching out to budding scientists and engineers

We're passionate about giving school-aged children opportunities to create, explore and learn about the latest ideas in science, engineering, computing and mathematics.

For primary school children

Earth Sciences
* The Bristol Dinosaur Project - School visits and teaching resources
* Talks, resources and on campus opportunities

Electronics and Computing
* Digimakers Roadshow - Computing workshops for Year 6
   Email: engf-outreach@bristol.ac.uk
* Club Digi Summer School - Computing and electronics sessions in
   the community. Email: engf-outreach@bristol.ac.uk

Physics
* Physics in a Box - Resources boxes and worksheets
   Email:  science-outreach@bristol.ac.uk to find out more.
* What is Physics video for all ages

For secondary school children

Earth Sciences
* The Bristol Dinosaur Project - School visits and teaching resources
* Talks, resources and on campus opportunities

Geography
* Year 10 Climate Event - information coming soon

Year 10 and 12 Work Experience - 30 June to 4 July 2025

Our STEM work experience is designed to allow all students to build their self-confidence, immerse themselves in a scientific environment and gain a better understanding of what skills, courses and careers are available.

Apply by 31 January for placements.

Year 10

  • Earth Sciences - Human and Earth evolution, dinosaurs and volcanoes
  • Engineering
  • Geographical Sciences
  • Physics and Mathematics

Year 12

  • Geographical Sciences - Fieldwork and laboratory

For post-16 students

Engineering
Levelling-Up Mathematics - Course for Year 12/13 students interested in Engineering Email: engf-outreach@bristol.ac.uk

Physics
* Quantum Summer School - Making light work - the quantum technology revolution
* Particle Physics masterclass - CERN, the Higgs Boson and why matter matters.