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An immersive, three-day residential summer course at Loughborough University that gives girls the chance to think big in engineering!
Secondary
Over three exciting days, students will dive into hands-on STEM activities, creative design challenges, and collaborative problem-solving.
Designed for girls in Years 8 and 9, this is a fantastic chance to explore what engineering is really like while connecting with other students who share similar interests.
During the course, participants will:
- Take part in hands-on engineering projects and creative challenges
- Develop practical STEM and problem-solving skills
- Learn from engineers and inspiring role models from industry
- Work together with peers to tackle real-world engineering challenges
- Experience university campus living, with fun social activities in the evenings
Students are supported throughout by the organiser's friendly STEM Engagement Specialists and industry volunteers, who bring engineering to life by sharing their experiences and career journeys.
It’s a welcoming and encouraging environment where students can ask questions, try new ideas, and discover what they’re capable of.
Booking details
Dates: 11 to 13 August 2026
Location: Loughborough University
Year groups: 8 and 9
Cost: £415, which includes accommodation and all materials and equipment. Full bursaries are available.
Improve engagement, interest or enjoyment in STEM subjects
Improve awareness and aspirations for STEM-related study and careers
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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