Future Biologists & Zoologists: A Day of Discovery is a taster day designed for Year 12 and 13 students interested in studying biology or zoology at university. Join us for an immersive experience where we’ll introduce you to the breadth and excitement of biological sciences at Queen Mary.
Future Biologists & Zoologists: A Day of Discovery is a taster day designed for Year 12 and 13 students interested in studying biology or zoology at university. Join us for an immersive experience where we’ll introduce you to the breadth and excitement of biological sciences at Queen Mary.
Eligibility Criteria
- Year 12 or 13
- Studying A-Level Biology
- Considering a biological-based degree at university (Biology or Zoology)
To ensure we are creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all, and one that reflects the University experience, we ask that teachers do not book large school groups. We have a limited capacity and we want students to mix with new people, experience new ways of working, and get a feel for what it would be like to study with us.
PLEASE NOTE: This taster day is for students only and sessions have been set up specifically for students, so to have the best experience we would recommend you come without a guardian.
This event is in person only, please only register if you are able to attend in person at our Queen Mary University of London Mile End Campus.
If you're a teacher hoping to visit Queen Mary with a group, please email us at [email protected]
Schedule (Subject to change)
10 - 10.30: Arrival
Refreshments and networking with staff and student ambassadors in the Fogg Building foyer.
10.30 - 11.30: Welcome to our community
Introduction to Queen Mary and the School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences. This talk will include a brief overview of where a biological science degree could take you and give you a little taste of what lecturers are like with our Director of Education, Sally Faulkner in the Fogg lecture theatre.
11.30 - 13.00: Lab session
In this interactive session led by some of our academics, you’ll take part in three sessions, rotating around the lab, focusing on three different aspects:
Dinosaurs
Starfish
DroneSpot
13.00 - 13.45: Lunch
A sandwich lunch will be provided for all attendees.
13.45 - 14.00: Campus Tour (Optional)
If you’d like to see the rest of campus, our Student Ambassadors will be on hand to show you some of their favourite spots.
14.00 - 14.30: Curriculum and beyond
Get a taste of how our programmes go beyond just books and lectures with our Biology Society, Coding Club, Peer Led Team Learning, Open Lab and Careers and employability skills.
14.30 - 15:00: Life at University Q&A
Your chance to ask questions about university life and more with our Student Ambassadors.