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Skills and learning

Outreach

Every year we are involved in hundreds of outreach activities, meeting tens of thousands of people to share our enthusiasm for measurement, science, technology engineering and maths

Inspiring the next generation

We think that getting people interested in science, maths and engineering is key to improving UK prosperity and quality of life. That is why we strive to promote science and technology, the importance of measurement and our work at NPL.

Science fairs, school visits, open days and our annual Water Rocket Challenge allow the public to meet real scientists and discuss their work. 

Our staff give talks at schools, colleges, universities and industry focused events. We host workshops, either on- or off-site, and mentor students.

Many of our staff are STEM trained by STEM Ambassador Hubs. We hold challenges and competitions, host work experience students in our Academy, and offer teacher Continuing Professional Development (CPD). We also have a range of resources for teachers and students.

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Challenge
The ultimate chain reaction

To celebrate NPL’s 125 anniversary we are launching
a UK wide challenge!

Teams and individuals are tasked with designing and building
a Rube Goldberg Machine.

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Save the SI bots

Download our app and help the Keeper of Measurements in their quest to save the SI bots and restore the world of measurement before chaos hits!

Download the app

School posters

NPL supports science learning in schools. We have a selection of posters covering the SI redefinition, measurement and water rockets. These can be downloaded for printing.

School posters
 

Measurement at home

Our measurement challenges are a chance for everyone to have some fun and learn about the science of measurement. How heavy, how long, how fast, how bright? Find out why measurement really matters.

Measurement at Home

NPL Water Rocket Challenge

Once a year, hundreds of people of all ages battle it out to become our water rocket champion. The challenge is to land an air pressurised rocket, using water as a propellant, exactly 70 m from launch point, three times.

NPL Water Rocket Challenge
 

Work experience

Want to know more about careers at NPL?

Work experience

Questions and answers

Is midnight 12am or 12pm? What is the SI unit of force? What is the difference between density and specific gravity?
Discover the answers to these and other popular questions about metrology, the science of measurement.

Questions and answers

Working with the Institute of Physics  

Pocket Physics – a study aid for 16-18 year olds

This quick reference guide written by the IOP and NPL will be your trusted pocket companion for the topics of forces, motion, waves, electricity, thermal, quantum and nuclear physics.

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Glossary of physical quantities

NPL, working with the IOP, has compiled a definitive glossary of physical quantities encountered in post-GCSE physics for use by 16- to 19-year-old students, their teachers and awarding bodies

Download the glossary

What is quantum science?

Quantum science is causing an impending revolution of science and technology. It has the potential to enable quantum computing, uncrackable cryptography and teleportation. Read our educational resources to discover NPL's work in these developments and how we are bringing this field to life.

Understanding quantum science

Corporate social responsibility

We help our people who engage in charity fundraising events by providing time off and contributing towards their sponsorship. We also have a 'Time Off for Volunteering' scheme.

Corporate social responsibility

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