RSC - Advancing the Chemical Sciences


Education

 

Events and Competitions


students watching a demonstration with dry ice
The RSC organises a range of exciting activities for school students. Find out how to:

  • Join in our competitions. 
  • See the chemistry in our everyday lives at a Chemistry at Work event.  

  • Take part and explore the fun side of chemistry!   


Competitions

Bill Bryson

RSC Bill Bryson Prize 2013

A science communication award from the RSC - aimed at primary and secondary school pupils.


Silver trophy on yellow background

Top of the Bench

National competition for 14-16 year old students


Schools Analyst Competition

AD Schools' Analyst Competition

National competition run by the RSC's Analytical Division for first year sixth form students or equivalent.


Olympiad medal

International Chemistry Olympiad

Competition for upper sixth form students


mouse (computer)

Online Chemistry Olympiad - UK Lower Sixth Students

The Online Chemistry Olympiad has changed.



Events

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Chemistry at Work

See for yourself how chemistry is used in industry, research and everyday life


Student and fluorescing solutions

Spectroscopy in a Suitcase

Giving students hands-on experience of cutting-edge spectroscopic techniques


RSC ChemNet Events: picture courtesy of Jupiter Images

RSC ChemNet Events

Get involved by attending an RSC ChemNet event. Take a look at chemistry in the real world by visiting a local company or university


Students watching a demonstration

Events for Schools

Details of all forthcoming events suitable for schools