Subject: Mechanical Engineering
Headstart is a residential 5 day course for pre-A level students organised through the Engineering Development Trust (EDT) for those interested in Mechanical Engineering. 32 UK citizen students from national and international background attend, with Gifted & Talented groups commonly targeted.
During the 5 days, students experience a mixture of lectures, laboratories and practical problems culminating in a competitive group task. When the University of Bath hosted Headstart, this task was a Dragster Grand Prix that saw the students design and build a spring propelled dragster that raced over a timed 10m course.
Within the broad topic of Mechanical Engineering, Headstart aims to include topics relating to degree disciplines of:
Students live as undergraduates in campus accommodation and are guided by young and enthusiastic staff and students.
AS-level students.
Have a look at the Headstart website or contact Dr Jos Darling (Mechanical Engineering Department, University of Bath) or call on 01225 386578.
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