DESIGN MUSEUM ACADEMY Young People Workshop
Design Camp: Robot Olympics for 8 to 11 year olds
An engaging workshop to learn how to create robots to compete in various games of the Design Museum’s Olympics using the BBC Micro:Bit.
What to expect
In this creative workshop, young people will learn how processors work and use code to control electronics. At the end of the day, they will take home their very own Micro:Bit (only, not the robot) to continue to code and create from home.
Robotics challenges will vary from speed races to long jumping. There will be an introduction to microcontrollers – small computers that can be inserted into electrical circuits to allow people to digitise the world around them.
Participants will go from notes on paper to writing code on a computer to make the robots move. They will also learn about the history of robotics and how revolutions such as the internet of things could affect our lives in the future.
Please note that this workshop is ideal for beginners, and may not suit those who are super skilled coders.
Throughout the day, there will be presentations and gallery visits to inspire all future designers!
Previous Design Camp
Testimonials from our previous workshop
'I liked playing and experimenting with code.'
'It was very interactive with the laptops and the fact that we got to take home the Micro:Bit.'
Facilitator
Tinker Studios
Tinker Studios began as a weekly STEM club for children and young people with a mission to build up the next generation of inventors, thinkers and problem-solvers. Tinker Studios bring their unique style to the museum's Design Camps where true creativity and learning happen best through playful experimentation, tinkering and collaboration.
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Booking information
Young people: £74
Young people bird: £67
Members: £59
Early bird tickets are available until Saturday 6 March.
*Please note that this benefit only applies to the cardholding Member’s children and not those of additional guests.
• All equipment, materials and light refreshments will be provided, but you’ll need to bring a packed lunch.
• Capacity is limited, please book in advance to avoid disappointment.
• Please note that this workshop is ideal for beginners, and may not suit those who are super skilled coders.
• Please let us know of any access needs, including neurodiversity, when booking a place for your child. If your child receives additional support in their formal education setting, you are welcome to bring a carer/additional adult at no cost, but we are unable to provide 1:1 support.
Check out the Design Museum Academy refunds and cancellations policy here.
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