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Queen Mary welcomes over 1000 Harris Federation students for two days of inspiring science outreach

Queen Mary University of London recently hosted more than 1000 sixth form students from the Harris Federation for two engaging Outreach Days filled with hands on science activities, lectures, and discussions about university life.

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Earlier this month, the School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences, together with colleagues in the School of Physical and Chemical Sciences and the School of Mathematical Sciences, welcomed more than 1000 students from the Harris Federation for two engaging and interactive Outreach Days. 

This marks the third year we have run these events for the Harris Federation of academies in London, bringing more than 2500 pupils to Queen Mary in total and giving them a real insight into current research and what life is like at university.

One teacher in attendance from a Harris Federation school shared their thoughts: 

“The day has been magnificent, all the students I have spoken to have been really positive about every session and I know my colleagues who were here today have also been very impressed with everything.” 

Across the two days, curious sixth formers explored Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths and Psychology through a programme of lectures and practical laboratory activities. Students also had the opportunity to learn more about student life by speaking with our ambassadors and taking part in Q and A sessions at the end of each day.

The programme featured a wide range of topics, including dinosaurs, particle accelerators, the way our brains recognise patterns and how artificial intelligence can sometimes mislead us.

Dave Hone, Reader in Zoology and Director of Outreach at the School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences, said:

“Everyone, pupils, teachers, ambassadors and academics, seemed to have a great time and it was fantastic to see so many keen people learning about some of the research coming through at Queen Mary.  This was our third event with the Harris Federation and the largest yet, and it is amazing to have the opportunity to help so many pupils get a taste of current research and life at a university.”

David Mulryne, Reader in Theoretical Cosmology, also reflected on the experience: 

“It was really fun to represent the School of Physical and Chemical Sciences at this brilliant event and discuss the basic principles behind particle accelerators with students from the Harris Federation. The students were amazing and asked some great questions. Thanks so much to the organisers.”

The school would like to thank everyone who contributed to making the event possible, as well as all those who attended. We look forward to welcoming the Harris Federation again next year!

Click this link to watch our Instagram Reel to see highlights from the day.

 

 

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