Subject: Science & Technology
Overseen by the British Science Association (BSA), CREST is Britain’s largest national award scheme for project work in the STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths). It gives young people aged 11-19 opportunities to explore real world projects in an exciting way. CREST links closely to the curriculum and is a great way to make STEM creative and engaging - both in and out of the class.
CREST Awards are a tangible recognition of success. They can be included in personal records of achievement, and used to enhance applications to universities, colleges and potential employers. CREST Awards are extremely flexible – they can link into work experience placements, after-school clubs or several linked schemes. Some projects might be done in a day, others over several months. Students can investigate or design and make, research a subject, or design a science communication project.
Alongside the CREST Award, CREST also offers:
(1) CREST Investigators: A UK-wide award scheme that enables children (5 - 12 year-olds) to solve scientific problems through practical investigation.
(2) STEM Clubs: Information on how to set up a great STEM club
(3) CREST Events: The BSA runs several events, fairs and activities (e.g. Regional Big Bang Fairs and the British Science Festival) throughout the year that are geared specifically towards engaging young people aged 5 – 19.
(4) CREST Alumni Network: For all CREST award holders, no matter how long ago they received their award!
(5) National Science & Engineering Competition: This competition seeks the best of the best from every area of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) in the age group 11 - 18.
5 - 19 year olds
For general enquiries, please email ypp@britishscienceassociation.org or call 0207 019 4945
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