Extra-curricular resources and activities

Events and activities to further engage your students.

  • Schools and Colleges Lecture Tour
    The schools and colleges lecture has been delivered by a series of acclaimed physics communicators annually, throughout UK, since 1993
  • Physics in Perspective
    Physics in Perspective is a three-day enrichment course run by the IOP for sixth formers and college students
  • SciCast Physics
    Can you explain how a boomerang flies, why tin cans make great bongos or the best shape for a flying wing? Ever fancied yourself as the next Quentin Tarantino or Sophia Coppola? Then this competition is for you!
  • Physics Activity Pack for STEM clubs
    The Institute produces an activity pack containing physics-based ideas, resources and activities for science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) clubs
  • Ashfield Music Festival
    Ashfield Music Festival is an activity designed to develop skills in work-related learning and inspire more students to study physics post-16
  • School Grants Scheme
    The Science and Technology Facilities Council and the Institute of Physics have set up a small grants scheme designed specifically for schools and colleges


Related information

Other IOP websites


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Your guide to physics on the web


Online directory of speakers, presenters and workshops


Ideas and resources for teaching physics to students aged 16-19