Workshops

Holiday workshops: Engineering Meets Ingenuity (ages 9–11)

In this workshop for 9–11 year olds, students will build giant 3D structures using geometric shapes.

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Engineering is all about solving real-world problems, using Science, Maths and DT, in this exciting challenge, participants will take on the role of Civil Engineers. In teams of six they’ll be tasked with creating a giant full-sized 3D shelter for the whole team to get into at the same time, using only newspaper and reusable cable ties, they’ll use a STIXX machine to transform paper into sturdy building rods. Working through every step of a real construction project – from design to build, use to demolition – they’ll need strong communication, teamwork, problem-solving and time management skills. For those who finish early, the challenges continue with opportunities to innovate doors that open, additional compartments, and more. A brilliant blend of brains, creativity and collaboration!

This workshop is strictly for 9-11 year-olds. We reserve the right to refund or deny entry to those who are not in this age range.

Refunds can only be issued for tickets cancelled at least two weeks (14 calendar days) in advance of the event date. Please note that this supersedes our normal event terms and conditions. Please also note that Eventbrite adds a small booking fee to the amount paid for each ticket option.

About Jeremy King

Jeremy King is an Engineer and science communicator, who worked as a Chartered Civil Engineer for thirty years, building motorways, power stations, multi-storey office blocks and more. He now works around the country, running workshops for over 8000 students a year.

About our workshops

Holiday workshops at the Royal Institution give students a hands-on experience of STEM topics (science, technology, engineering, maths) beyond what they learn at school. Working in groups or pairs, students will get hands-on to complete activities, challenges or projects which help them look deeper at the subject they are exploring. These workshops don’t follow the school curriculum but instead show students the many real world uses of STEM topics, expanding their horizons beyond the classroom to see the amazing possibilities science can give you. Sessions are led by experts from across industry and academia who will share with the students their excitement and knowledge of their areas of expertise.

For any queries regarding this workshop please email events@ri.ac.uk.

Support to attend holiday workshops

The Potential Trust may be able to offer financial assistance to enable children to participate in Ri events and activities if this would otherwise be financially difficult. Please contact Denise Yates, or at their new email address here

 

 

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