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The Wide World of Physics: Taster Day

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Half Day

An insightful Taster Event for Year 12 and Year 13 students who are studying Physics and Mathematics at A-level (or equivalent)
Available dates
3rd November 2026
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Suitable for
Events for School and College Groups (Ages 16-18)
Events for individuals (enquiry not required to be through a school)

Booking Deadline:

30 October 2026

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Explore some of the biggest questions in science through an engaging talk on black holes and the big bang, learn about our Physics degree programme, and gain an insight into the wide range of careers a physics degree can lead to.

You'll also have the chance to meet academic staff, chat to current students about their experiences, explore our facilities, and find out what it's really like to study Physics at Queen Mary University of London.

Schedule

9:45 - 10:00 Arrival and Refreshments 
10:00 - 10:20 - Welcome from Director of Admissions, Dr Ricardo Monteiro, and Programme Information
10:20 - 11:00 - Subject Taster Lecture with Dr Scott Melville on Black holes, the Big Bang, and Physics at Queen Mary
11:00 - 11:20 - Career Session with Dr Eliza Hunt
11:20 - 11:30 - Break
11:30 - 12:30 - Lab and Building Tour, and Q&A Session with Student Ambassadors.
12:30 - 13:00 - Departure and Final Questions

 

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Available dates
3rd November 2026
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Suitable for
Events for School and College Groups (Ages 16-18)
Events for individuals (enquiry not required to be through a school)
Queen Mary University of London

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