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Code A Satellite

November 16, 2024

Science Oxford Centre

Computing Club

Ages 11-14, Young People

Calling Planet Earth! Join the space race as young coders create mini-satellites and discover how technology helps our world. Make and program a model satellite using a BBC micro:bit and MakeCode. Work out how to adjust and keep your satellite in position and on course, or harness the power of the sun. See how it sends data back to scientists on Earth, or how we receive mobile phone messages or use GPS for directions.


3pm-4.30pm
Suitable for ages 12-14 (and KS3: 11+ year olds in secondary school-years 7-9)
£14 per club ticket (includes Eventbrite booking fee) includes one child
Unaccompanied (a parent or guardian can drop off /pick up or wait in our café (serving refreshments until 4pm) or take a walk around the grounds).

Book here
coding in space

Led by our expert club leaders with bespoke activities designed to provide science and tech-inspired fun challenges. There is a different theme each week so we and you are always learning something new! Beginners welcome.

Contact

Visiting information: Science Oxford Centre visiting information and FAQs here.

Email [email protected] for all event booking and visiting queries. Please allow 24-48 hours for a response, possibly longer over a weekend.

If you have an urgent query or require immediate assistance, please speak to a member of the team on 01865 810000 Monday – Saturday during office hours.

Ticket booking: For information on our refund policy and event terms and conditions visit hereIf you cannot attend, you can request a refund or transfer your ticket to another day via Eventbrite.

Group Booking – contact us for group booking enquiries.

Venue

Science Oxford Centre
Quarry Rd, Headington, Oxford, OX3 8SB