Treviglas Academy Pupils Explore Careers in Chemistry

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During the last sessions of Catalyst Girls at Treviglas Academy, Year 8 pupils took part in a chemistry careers workshop. The session was supported by the Royal Society of Chemistry. It aimed to help pupils see how chemistry links to real jobs.

EBP staff have really enjoyed their time at Treviglas Academy. It has been a pleasure to meet such lovely young girls and inspire them to consider careers in chemistry.

The workshop began by asking pupils to think about chemistry in a new way. It did not focus only on classroom learning. Instead, it showed the many industries where chemistry is used, including food science. A short starter activity helped pupils link science to everyday jobs. They learned that chemistry is not only used in laboratories. Pupils looked at careers in healthcare, environmental science, engineering, and sport.

Next, pupils moved on to a research task. Each pupil chose a career and explored how chemistry is used in that role. They looked at key details such as job tasks, qualifications, working hours, and career paths. This helped them understand what each job involves and how to get there.

Pupils then turned their research into clear career posters. They organised their ideas so others could understand them easily. During this task, they worked well on their own and chose useful and reliable information. The classroom soon filled with creative work. Posters showed a wide range of careers. Pupils explained how chemistry is used in each role.

The session helped pupils build important skills, such as research, organisation, and thinking skills. They were encouraged to ask questions and explore new ideas. By the end of the workshop, pupils had a better understanding of how chemistry links to the world around them. They saw that science can shape industries and create opportunities.

“The session helped me feel more confident about science and the careers I could choose.” – Pupil

We would like to thank Treviglas Academy for welcoming us into their school. We were delighted by the positive attitude of all the girls who took part in Catalyst Girls. We would also like to thank their teacher, Aimee, who made us feel very welcome.