Secondary schools
Year 10/11 STEM Work Experience
Explore the world of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) and experience studying at a university. Be inspired by fascinating research, speak with current students, and get a closer look at our teaching laboratories.
The course is for one week from 23-27 June 2025. You must be able to attend for all five days and will need to travel from home to and from the University every day (it's not a residential programme).
Applications for the 2025 programme are now closed.

Online Nuclear Physics Masterclass: GCSE (or equivalent)

Join leading experts from around the world to explore cutting-edge research in nuclear physics. Explore topics from radiation, to fusion and medical physics.
This four-week programme is suitable for students studying Physics at GCSE or equivalent (as part of combined science or as a single science). Each week includes three to five hours of content, with live webinars and an online question forum.
Nuclear Physics Loan Kit: Teachers
Borrow a set of practical equipment with accompanying resources for teaching GCSE (or equivalent) nuclear physics. Includes Lego to build the first section of the nuclide chart, as well as a detector, Geiger counter, cloud chamber, and dice for modelling radioactive decay.
Find out more and request a loan kit

Cosmodome

An inflatable planetarium, the Cosmodome provides spectacular views of the Cosmos and a truly immersive, interactive experience. Learn how to find and identify different constellations in the night sky; fly through the Solar System; find out about the search for life on other planets, including exoplanets; and discover space missions and telescopes.
Suitable for all ages.
There is a charge of £250 per day, plus expenses for this activity.
If you would like to make further enquiries about booking the Cosmodome, please contact us at: pet-outreach