Space School
The Careers Scotland Space School is a partnership initiative with NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) to inspire and motivate young people of all ages to study science and consider careers in science and technology. The Space School has a number of activities:
- Teaching Support Materials
These are designed for S4 pupils studying science. The pupils work through a series of on-line NASA modules, submitting them and also participating in science workshops.
- Residential Programme
50 pupils are selected to attend Space Camp at the Johnson Space Center in Houston
120 pupils attend a Summer School, which focuses on electronics and life sciences at the University of Strathclyde.
- Blast off to Science: NASA Visit Programme
Astronauts and scientists visit Scottish schools during Careers Scotland’s annual Festival of Science and Enterprise and speak to S1 pupils to inspire them to study 2 Standard Grade science subjects.
NASA Astronauts and scientists also visit primary schools and high schools, assisting in science lessons for older pupils.
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