Computer Science

Year 9 Royal Institution Computer Science Masterclasses

Target Audience: Year 9 students that are able and interested in Computer Science.

Format: 6 sessions on Saturdays from November to April.

Aim: To encourage, inspire and engage students in exploring Computer Science.

How to get involved: Nominations open in the first half of the Autumn term; information is sent to schools.

Capacity: 32

Overview

Ri Masterclasses are a series of workshops which are led by enthusiastic speakers from industry, academia and education. They offer students in-depth investigations of topic areas outside of the school curriculum, combining theory with interactive exploration.

We aim to challenge students who are curious about computer science and we are keen to reach students for whom other opportunities may not be readily available. Participants need enthusiasm, along with a determination to explore!

Participation is free for all state-school students. Please note that students are expected to attend the entire series of masterclasses. 

How to join

This programme is teacher nominated only; we cannot accept applications from students directly. Please email events@exeterms.ac.uk to make an enquiry about this programme.

All workshops will be held at Exeter Maths School in two groups (Group A: 0930-1200, Group B: 1300-1530). Students only need to attend one group.  

Session  Date (All Saturdays)  Time  Location 
1  29 November 0930-1200 or 1300-1530  Exeter Maths School 
2  10 January 0930-1200 or 1300-1530  Exeter Maths School 
3  31 January 0930-1200 or 1300-1530  Exeter Maths School 
4  07 February 0930-1200 or 1300-1530  Exeter Maths School 
5  21 March  0930-1200 or 1300-1530  Exeter Maths School 
6  25 April 0930-1200 or 1300-1530  Exeter Maths School 

Computational Problem Solving Workshops

Target Audience: Year 8 students who demonstrate a strong interest in Design & Technology, Product Design, Mathematics and/or Science.

Format: A series of four in-person workshops on Wednesday afternoons, designed to support students to become effective problem solvers.

Aim: To build on students’ enthusiasm for computing, highlighting how learning more about computational skills can support students to become better developers.

How to get involved: Teacher nominations for year 8 students in the 2025-26 academic year will open in the Spring term.  Information will be sent out to schools.

Capacity: 40

Session Date Time Location
1 Wednesday 29 April 1600-1730 Exeter Maths School
2 Wednesday 6 May 1600-1730 Exeter Maths School
3 Wednesday 13 May 1600-1730 Exeter Maths School
4 Wednesday 20 May 1600-1730 Exeter Maths School
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