This science lab camp is for young people aged between 16 and 18 years old who have an interest in science.
It is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a variety of laboratory skills and techniques.
It may be of particular interest to students hoping to pursue a career in biochemistry, medicine, pharmacy, marine biology or other disciplines with a focus on laboratory techniques.
You will spend your week at one of our field centre’s and experience working in an industrial standard laboratory.
You will be working in teams to complete workplace-linked science investigations exploring sampling and analytical techniques.
Lab work will be combined with adventurous outdoor activities. This will allow you to develop your problem-solving, effective communication and team working skills. These are all essential for those wishing to pursue a career in science.
This course is suitable for the residential section of the Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award. Always check with your leader before booking.
Tutor: Field Studies Council Staff
Courses are led by experienced Field Studies Council staff.
What's Included
Before You Attend
This residential is only open to young people who will be aged 16 - 18 years old at the time of attending.
We want to ensure participants get to share in their experience with those of a similar age. Please consider what age the attendee will be on the course date and check they fit in the age category when booking.
If the attendee is under 18, the booking must be made by a parent/guardian.
When attending the residential dates which welcome 16-18 year olds, all participants will be expected to follow the behaviour and conduct rules which will be in place to safeguard young people.