Potions and simple chemistry practicals for the classroom (teachers in Wales only)NW018

Potions is a topic within Wales and Cardiff University has developed a potions themed workshop for key stage 2 pupils. The chemistry underpinning this successful activity is simple and can be found in your kitchen!  This workshop will train teachers to use these activities and for the pupils to be chemists in the...

Practical Biology for Technicians - Northern Ireland Teachers ONLYNN607

Biology can often be the hardest subject to prepare practicals for, and often requires a bit more thought and creativity in getting things working in the way that teachers and students require. This 3 part course will explore a range of common and innovative biology practicals with lots of hints and tips on how to get...

Practical Chemistry for TechniciansNN606

Chemistry is often the most time consuming of the three sciences for a technician to provide a service for and although the practical general are more reliable there are often greater concerns around health and safety and preparation skills. This course will help you as a technician provide effective chemistry...

Practical Physics for TechniciansNN605

Are you a technician that has to prepare physics practicals for science lessons? If so then this course could be useful for you. Through a mixture of live online demonstrations, discussions and looking at online resources we will explore a range of common (and not so common) physics practicals and how to make sure...

Practical techniques for recently qualified biologistsNS514

This course aims to offer hands-on opportunities to explore innovative ways of approaching practical work to support the biology curriculum. A variety of biological techniques will be explored. For example, microscopy skills, microbiology techniques, innovative work with enzymes, ecological techniques.To apply for...

Practical work in primary scienceRP180

Children must be given extended opportunities to participate in practical work which is relevant, challenging and set in a range of contexts.During this course you will take part in activities that will develop your understanding and ability to recognise and plan for effective practical work across the primary years...

Preparing to take the CSA test - short courseCP350

This short course will support you prepare for completing the Computer Science Accelerator (CSA) programme, which will lead to you achieving a national certificate in computer science subject knowledge. By attending this course, you’ll gain support from an experienced Professional Development Leader, who will be...

Preparing to Teach Level 3 BTEC Applied ScienceRX030

This course will help you to prepare for teaching Level 3 BTEC Applied Science (NQF) and will focus on pedagogical methods, ideas and resources to teach the first three mandatory units (Unit 1 (Principles and Application of Science I), Unit 2 (Practical Scientific Techniques and Procedures) and Unit 3 (Science...

Primary bespoke supportRP198

We can support you in identifying the CPD support that you need, provide CPD activity directly from our programme of courses, or work with you to tailor the content to meet your requirements.

Primary conferenceRP124

Our primary conferences always provide outstanding learning opportunities linked to topical developments in primary science teaching along side time to talk and share ideas with other primary practitioners. Please see each entry for more detail of the focus in your locality. 

Primary Science for NQTsRX006

This course will provide you with a manageable approach to planning and teaching primary science. Expand the teaching tools at your fingertips and develop your confidence to plan and enable effective learning for children in your class. On this course you will explore the requirements of the primary science...

Primary Science. Make it Fit, Make it Fun, Make it Flexible - Northern Ireland Teachers ONLYNN034

The course will support teachers in identifying strategies and activities which will improve the teaching and learning of science, cover curriculum requirements and enhance contemporary WAU topics. It will comprise of one day face-to-face and one day of remote learning.

Promoting inclusivity in your STEM curriculumRP385

Queen's Conquering CovidNN226

This programme is premised around the Faculty’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic and consists of talks, tours and activities which showcase the work of our researchers, technicians and students. It highlights the societal impact and social responsibility exhibited during the pandemic.

Queen's Conquering Covid – Northern Ireland Teachers ONLYNN510

The Faculty of Medicine, Health & Life Sciences (FMHLS) at Queen’s, in conjunction with STEM Learning, invite you to apply the STEM Teacher Placement Programme ‘Queen’s Conquering COVID’. This programme, premised around the Faculty’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic, consists of...