Shedding New Light on the Universe
Visit Oriel Science in Swansea for a thrilling workshop that explores the mysteries of space.
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Overview
Students will learn about the incredible tools astronomers use to study distant stars and galaxies, including the powerful James Webb Space Telescope and robotic telescopes like the Faulkes Telescope in Hawaii.
Through interactive exhibits and hands-on experiments, learners will discover the secrets of different wavelengths of light and how they help us unlock the secrets of the cosmos.
Duration and availability
Lasting approximately 90 mins, the workshop can accommodate between 15 and 36 participants.
Book anytime between 10am and 3pm Tuesday to Friday during term time.
Cost and location
Each workshop is funded by the Centre's generous sponsors and is free for state schools.
Oriel Science
21 - 22 Castle Street
Swansea
SA1 1JF
Details
- School subject
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- Engineering
- Physics
- Curriculum links
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- Engineering
- Physics: Space physics
- Technologies - Craft, design, engineering and graphics: Application of engineering
- Sciences - Planet earth: Space
- Design thinking and engineering: Engineering
- Physics
- Technology & design - Control
- Sciences - Earth and universe: The solar system and universe
- Group size
- Small groups, Whole class, Whole year group
- Participation level
- Hands-on
- Duration
- 1 to 2 hours
- Dates
- 20 May 2026 – 31 May 2027
- Cost
- Free
- Location
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Offsite
- Oriel Science, Swansea SA1 1JF
Learning outcomes
- Improve engagement, interest or enjoyment in STEM subjects
- Improve awareness and aspirations for STEM-related study and careers
- Challenge stereotypes by showing the diversity of disciplines, people and skills involved in engineering
Frameworks
Gatsby benchmarks
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:
- 3 - Addressing the needs of each pupil
- 4 - Linking curriculum learning to careers
- 7 - Encounters with further and higher education
EqualEx
- Introduce and Inspire
Essential skills
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:
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Enrichment framework
- 5 - An accessible and engagement enrichment offer
