Once or twice a year we throw open our doors and welcome you into the Department of Physics for Physics: Lab to Life... These events offer a unique opportunity to meet and chat to our researchers about their research, try hands-on physics activities and get a closer look at some of our specialist facilities that play such a key role in conducting pioneering research.
Physics: Lab to Life: 13th March 2025
This annual event gives you a behind-the-scenes look at how we shift our physics from the lab into your life. You can tour the laboratories where the science is happening now, from next-generation solar cells to quantum computers and hear how we are transforming the work into technology. There are lots of hands-on science stalls where you can investigate more of these science stories, pick the brains of the researchers behind them, and uncover how physics is changing your life.
Click here to find out more about the 2025 event and register to attend (registration will open in late March)
Events for children
We also run events for school children, many of which take place at the weekend. These can be found on our schools pages.
Marie Curious is a free one-day science event for girls aged 12-14 that aims to build confidence and fuel a passion for STEM subjects.
Events for prospective students to Oxford's Department of Physics; we run events throughout the year for students (year 10-13) who are interested in pursuing physics at University and want to find out more.