Project
These inspiring projects, developed by the British Science Association, immerse students in real research, allowing them to contribute something new to the scientific community or to a particular field of study.
Secondary
CREST Gold projects allow students to conduct real, self-directed research over a minimum of 70 hours, linked to a real-world problem or question.
Where possible, students should work alongside a mentor from their chosen STEM field of study to carry out their project.
Students work independently or in small groups to hone their investigative skills, as well as their skills of communication, problem solving, creativity and reflection.
Their in-depth research and finished portfolio of evidence should contribute something new to the scientific or technological community, or to their particular field of study.
Cost
Free to use and download from the CREST online resource library.
For a small cost (from £30 per pupil), students’ work can be uploaded to the CREST online platform and assessed by an expert assessor from industry, academia or the education sector. Students whose projects meet the assessment criteria are then awarded a personalised certificate and a Gold CREST Award to celebrate their achievement. This Award is recognised and respected by universities and employers and can be used to enhance UCAS statements. Some schools are eligible for funded Awards through grants or voucher codes.
Improve engagement, interest or enjoyment in STEM subjects
Improve attainment and progress in STEM subjects
Develop engineering employability skills
Improve awareness and aspirations for STEM-related study and careers
Challenge stereotypes by showing the diversity of disciplines, people and skills involved in engineering
The Gatsby benchmarks are a framework for good careers guidance for schools across all of England and in some areas across the rest of the UK. This experience helps your school to reach the following benchmarks:
The essential skills every young person needs to succeed in education and their future career. Find out more at the Skills Builder Partnership. This experience builds the following skills:
Planning - Setting goals and designing routes to achieve them
Creativity - Using imagination and generating new ideas
Leadership - Supporting, encouraging and motivating others to achieve a shared goal
Listening - Receiving, retaining and processing information
Problem solving - Finding solutions to challenges
Speaking - Transmitting information or ideas
Adapting - Overcoming challenges and setbacks to achieve goals
Teamwork - Working cooperatively with others to achieve a shared goal
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Secondary
I’m a Scientist is a student-led, online enrichment activity connecting students with people working in a diverse range of roles in STEM.
