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Masterclass - Philosophy - In the Rabbit Hole: how conspiracy theories form and evolve University of Birmingham This Masterclass will focus on the discussion of biases and needs underlying the endorsement of conspiracy theories: why are explanations of significant events that involve a conspiracy more attractive than mainstream explanations? Wednesday, January 28, 2026 View event

Masterclass Physics - Electrons at work: An experimental workshop University of Birmingham Join this masterclass for a practical introduction to the vast field of physics that is quantum mechanics. Wednesday, February 4, 2026 View event

Masterclass Chemistry- From Lab to Laptop University of Birmingham In this masterclass, students will learn how chemists are harnessing the power of AI and ML to automate experiments, predict chemical properties, and speed up the discovery of new material.

This event is open to Year 12 students only. Students attending should be studying Chemistry or Computer Science. Wednesday, February 4, 2026 View event

Masterclass- Classics - Ancient Influences in the Modern World University of Birmingham Join this free Classics taster lecture. Open to students in Years 7-13. We welcome school group bookings and students in Year 12 and 13 can also book to attend individually. Wednesday, February 4, 2026 View event

Masterclass: Data, diagnostics, and the undead: How could testing prevent a zombie apocalypse? University of Birmingham In this interactive masterclass (pitched at GCSE-level health literacy, maths, and probability), you will explore how data underpins the accuracy claims behind diagnostic tests, illustrated through a fictional zombie outbreak. Wednesday, February 11, 2026 View event

Masterclass- Law- Aliens: StreetLaw session on Human Rights University of Birmingham This event is open to students in Years 11, 12 and 13. It's a free event. We welcome school groups and students in Year 12 and 13 can book on as individuals. Wednesday, February 11, 2026 View event

Masterclass: Microscopy: Trick of the light University of Birmingham Explore how cutting-edge light microscopy and Nobel-winning techniques reveal the hidden world of cells. From the invisible dance of molecules inside living cells to the breathtaking breakthroughs that redefined what we can see, this masterclass reveals how scientists use light itself to uncover nature’s secrets. Wednesday, February 25, 2026 View event

Masterclass Physics: Copper electroplating: to rust, to energise, to purify University of Birmingham Understand the principles of electrochemistry through the process of electroplating. Together with the students, we will perform copper electroplating on 3D-printed miniatures (e.g. the Joseph Chamberlain Memorial Clock Tower 'Old Joe'). Wednesday, February 25, 2026 View event

Masterclass Maths: Coding like a photon: Quantum computation basics University of Birmingham Discover how quantum computers can gain power from unique quantum resources. In this masterclass, students will get an introduction to quantum computation basics. Wednesday, February 25, 2026 View event

Masterclass- English Literature - How to Read a Shakespeare Play University of Birmingham We invite you to come to this free English Literature taster lecture at the University of Birmingham. This Masterclass is for students in Years 10 or 11. Wednesday, February 25, 2026 View event