If you are interested in physics, or just want to learn more the subject, the Outreach Office is here to help. Our mission is to help young people make informed choices about their future. See below for a summary of what we get up to, view our list of events here, or contact us with any questions. For those bringing groups of students, please see our Educators page.
These lectures are from scientists working at the cutting edge of their subject. They are aimed at Year 12 and 13 students who are thinking of studying subjects like physics, but are open to everyone. Each lecture has time for questions at the end, so this is an excellent chance to find out what science, and scientists, are really like. You can watch recordings of the lectures on the Department YouTube Account.
This day-long event shows what the University of Cambridge is really like. You will spend the morning at a Cambridge College and the afternoon in the Physics Department. Our Year 12 sessions can be attended by individuals who have permission from their college. Students at the Year 7 and 9 events need to be accompanied by a responsible adult.
We open our doors during the Cambridge Festival to show what goes on in the laboratory. Visit us to see talks and demonstrations from our researchers, or get hands-on with activities run by our current students.
The Open Days offer an opportunity to discover what it’s like to study Physics at Cambridge. They are designed for Year 12 students (or equivalent) and mature applicants (aged 21 and over). You can meet current students and staff, learn about our undergraduate course and admissions process, and explore our world-leading facilities. See here for details on upcoming events.
Roles that need physics knowledge make up 1 in 20 jobs across the UK and Ireland in a wide range of fields. If you are in Year 9 to 11, our Physics at Work event offers the chance to meet people in physics-related careers. See here for more information and note that you will need to be accompanied by a responsible adult.
If you want to learn about the sort of people that work in a physics laboratory, our podcast is a great place to start. In each episode, we speak to people about their route into physics and what they do each day.
This collection of activities uses commonly found parts to explore physics concepts. We have a collection of curriculum-linked activities intended for classroom use. Click here to request access.