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In this interactive session, students will be introduced to the basic principles behind rocket launches- and the forces involved in getting a rocket off the ground. at University of Birmingham

The Physics of Rockets (Year 7 & 8)

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In this interactive session, students will be introduced to the basic principles behind rocket launches- and the forces involved in getting a rocket off the ground.
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Bookings by Teachers for Key Stage 3 (Students aged 11-14)

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Students will design and build their own paper rockets and be able to launch them, using a compressed air rocket launcher, and learn how to maximise the range or hit a target.
This Masterclass will also look at the recent history and possible future of space flight, as well as the scale of the Universe, made accessible through hands-on activities.

Additional Information: Schools will be limited to 5 places for this class.

The session will run from 13:00 - 15:00
Suitable for
Bookings by Teachers for Key Stage 3 (Students aged 11-14)
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