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The Big Bang: UK Young Scientists and Engineers Fair 2012 will take place at The NEC, Birmingham from 15th to 17th March.
The Fair is a free event for all 7-19 year olds, their teachers and families - with school and college groups invited on Thursday 15th and Friday 16th March and the public welcomed on Saturday 17th.
Following the incredibly successful London event in 2011 - which attracted more than 29,000 people -The Big Bang 2012 will provide an excellent opportunity for the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) community to come together to enthuse and inspire young people about careers in STEM.
The Fair will also celebrate the achievement of young people by featuring the finals of the National Science & Engineering Competition and its awards ceremony - where the UK Young Scientist of the Year and UK Young Engineer of the Year will be crowned.
Activity submission guidelines
To help you provide as much relevant detail as possible, and assist us in the selection process, please read the Activity Submission Guidelines prior to submitting your activity.
Good practice video
This short film should help you understand what 'works' when it comes to designing a stand for The Big Bang.
Submit your activity
The Call for Activities for The Big Bang 2012 has now closed. If you are interested in being involved, please email activities@thebigbangfair.co.uk and there is a chance we may still be able to include you.
Selection
All activities will be confirmed by the beginning of October. Unfortunately, due to demand for space and the number of applications submitted, we cannot guarantee that all applicants will be selected. Should you have any immediate questions, please do not hesitate to contact activities@thebigbangfair.co.uk
The Big Bang 2011 on video