The Big Bang Competition
Know the next space explorer or climate change hero? Got an idea that will transform people’s lives?
Inspire inquisitive minds to think big, challenge facts, ask questions and invent solutions with the UK’s top annual science, engineering and technology competition. Young people are amazing – help them shine and change the world.
Join the fun! (…and develop skills along the way)
- Build confidence and teamwork skills
- Solve problems
- Get expert feedback
- Celebrate and share your work
The Big Bang UK Young Scientists & Engineers Competition is free, and is open to young people in the UK aged 11 to 18 in state-funded secondary education, who are home educated or who enter as part of a community group. Competitors can only enter one project, either on their own or as part of a team.
The Big Bang Competition will open in the autumn term. Sign up to our newsletter to be the first to hear when we open!
Build a STEM project
Need inspiration? Build a STEM project in easy step-by-steps using The Big Bang Challenge!
The Challenge is an inspiring project resource, for students aged 11 to 18, of all abilities, to guide them through the stages of STEM project work.
Whether you have 1 hour, several days or even a few weeks to work on a project, there’s plenty to get stuck in with, and practise working like a STEM professional. Young people can build on existing ideas to create their own unique project, solving a real-world issue.
Everything you need to know
How to enter
Find out how to enter The Big Bang Competition!
Prizes
The Big Bang Competition offers a fantastic opportunity for young people to win amazing prizes in recognition for their hard work.
Project ideas
Need some inspiration? Get support with starting your STEM project
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