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Take your science to Oxplore Festival, deadline 30 November

Dr Michaela Livingstone-Banks

Dr Michaela Livingstone-Banks

24 October 2024

The Oxplore Festival is heading to Bradford in July next year and are in search of engaging and interactive stalls. They can cover payment for time, travel, and accommodation.

 

What: We’re seeking engaging and interactive exhibition stands for the Oxplore Festival, inspired by the concept of a ‘science fair’—but open to any subject area. 

Who: Your audience will be curious 12 & 13-year-olds from targeted state schools. 

When: 8th - 10th July 2025 

Where: Bradford, Yorkshire 

Pay and Incentives: We offer travel from Oxford, accommodation in Bradford, and a rate of £13.57 per hour for up to two people per stand. 

How to Apply: Register your interest via this form by 30 November. We will follow up to confirm participation. 

About the Festival: The Oxplore Festival is a travelling outreach event aimed at encouraging young people from underrepresented areas to consider Higher Education, particularly at Oxford. This year it took place in Bodmin, engaging hundreds of students from Devon and Cornwall.

More about the Festival: www.ox.ac.uk/oxplore-festival  

Contact: oxplorefestival@admin.ox.ac.uk 

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