Schools outreach
The School welcomes approaches from external organisations, groups and individuals to interact and share in the world of chemistry, with several successful events, including the events listed below. Our Outreach Officer is Dr Richard Baker.
The Nigel Botting Meeting for Teachers of Chemisty, 25th May 2012
The sixteenth National Meeting for Teachers of Chemistry sees a renaming of the event to "The Nigel Botting Meeting of Teachers of Chemistry" to commemorate the passing of the founder of the event, Nigel Botting. The theme for this year's event is: “Celebrating inspirational Chemistry”. As usual, the meeting aims to update teachers on the latest curricular matters and resources, whilst providing a range of useful presentations to entertain and excite. Of course, many constructive ideas to take back to the classroom will be provided. Please download the Nigel Botting Meeting 2012 Flyer (PDF, 383 KB) and see map and directions to the School of Chemistry. A buffet lunch and afternoon coffee will be provided and are included in the registration fee. To register please visit this meeting's page in the University shop. Further details from Dr Iain Smellie.
Space school 2011
St Andrews School of Chemistry hosted the Space School this year with pupils attending from local schools. Activities included: Fuel cells, Space Journey, Molecules and Life and Cosmic Colours. The Space Journey activity concluded the day with a rocket launch!
Royal Society of Chemistry local section event: Chembus in Chemistry Week (odd years) or November (even years)
4th November to 11th November 2011
The Chembus hits the road in November to visit local schools in Fife and Tayside. It is organised by the local section of the Royal Society of Chemistry. Many St Andrews staff and students take part. Please contact Dr Iain Smellie for details.
Schools Christmas lectures
The popular schools' Christmas lectures in the School of Chemistry are also organised by the Royal Society of Chemistry.
