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• Registration now open!

  Registration is now open, so find your nearest Big Bang Near Me event and register to attend by searching our map.

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• What is The Big Bang Near Me?

  We run a growing programme of events throughout the year, designed to engage and inspire young people about science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) through a wide variety of informal learning activities.

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• How can I get my school involved?

  There are many ways to get involved with The Big Bang Near Me. Click on the link below to find out more about how you can do this.

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• The National Science & Engineering Competition

  The National Science & Engineering Competition is open to all students aged between 11-18 who have worked on a project exploring science, engineering or technology. You can enter the project through The Big Bang Near Me.

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What's on

Registration now open!

Are you keen to check out all the fantastic science and engineering that's on offer throughout the country via The Bang Near Me? Not sure where you can go? Type your postcode in the box below to find your nearest fair!

Why should I attend?

If you're a teacher thinking of bringing along a school group to a Big Bang Near Me event, then click here to find out some good reasons why!

The Big Bang Near Me is the perfect opportunity to give your students a taste of all areas of science and engineering. The events are interactive, exciting and offer great learning opportunities. Many teachers who attend our events also find them a great source of inspiration for lessons and are able to pick up ideas and resources.

The Competition

The National Science & Engineering Competition is a great way to showcase the achievements of your school and encourage your students to explore science.

It's open to all students aged between 11-18 years, who have worked on a project that involves exploring science, engineering or technology. The Big Bang Near Me can also be a pathway to the national finals and you can find out more about the competition here.

The Big Bang Near Me events

The Big Bang comes to you

These events provide an opportunity to experience The Big Bang across the country. They widen the reach of The Big Bang and give schools, colleges and community groups the chance to experience inspiring science and and engineering and celebrate achievement within the immediate community.

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