Be a Scientist!

Being a scientist can mean so many different things. We want to give you a flavour of what different scientists do and how science impacts our everyday lives.

We’ve planned lots of interactive activities and interesting experiments designed mainly for ages 6+ for you to experience what being a Scientist is really like. We've got magnetic motors, electrical engineering, snot shops and tinkering with viruses – even sciences you may have never heard of. All of our activities are hands-on and there’s plenty to try, including a secret mission to win a prize!

We’re excited to introduce some brilliant minds from across the University and some friendly local science-based businesses who are sure to spark your imagination!

A mobile refreshment van will be available to purchase snacks and drinks or feel free to bring your own.

Limited pay and display parking is available on surrounding roads or park up at the museum and make a day of it! Travelling by Cardiff Bus, you can find us on bus routes 23, 24, 27.

sbarc|spark building is accessible and all activities will take place on the ground floor. If you have any specific accessibility requirements, please get in touch – impact-engagement@cardiff.ac.uk.  Capacity at the morning session will be reduced for the benefit of neurodiverse attendees or those with additional learning needs.

We can't wait to meet some future scientists - see you there!

Funded by Research Wales Innovation Fund