Competition
Solve real-world problems to stop plastics entering our oceans. Join the UCL Ocean Health Challenge!
Secondary
The UCL Ocean Health Challenge 2024 is an exciting opportunity for students aged 11-18 to dive into the world of engineering and environmental activism.
Over the course of eight weeks, students will work to design and prototype innovative solutions to one of the most pressing issues of our time—plastic pollution in our oceans. This hands-on challenge encourages students to think critically and creatively, from designing smart recycling bins to pitching behaviour change initiatives that tackle the root causes of waste. Expert guidance from renowned UCL academics such as Dr. Fiona Truscott, Dr. Helen Czerski, and Dr. Zoe Laughlin ensures that students learn from leading voices in engineering and ocean science.
For teachers, this challenge offers rich curriculum integration across STEM and non-STEM subjects like Geography, Sociology, and Design Technology. With flexible, high-quality resources available online, the challenge can fit seamlessly into your schedule, whether during lessons or after-school clubs. It’s an excellent opportunity to inspire students with real-world applications of their learning while meeting key Gatsby benchmarks for career readiness and can be entered into a CREST Bronze Award by their school. The challenge is accessible to all, with resources adaptable to various and levels, making it an inspiring and inclusive experience that captures the imagination of students.
Winning entries from each age group from state maintained schools will receive prizes for their school and themselves
Key information:
Improve engagement, interest or enjoyment 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:
Aiming high - the ability to set clear, tangible goals and devise a robust route to achieving them.
Problem solving - the ability to find a solution to a complex situation or challenge.
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