Program Overview

Program Overview

The Tyndall Transition Year Programme is designed to provide transition year secondary school students with a unique opportunity to experience a week in the life of a researcher at Tyndall's world-class research facility.

Program Details

Program Duration

The programme runs from 3-6 February 2026.

Program Content

The programme gives students a flavour of what it is like to be a researcher in Tyndall's facility, with the opportunity to learn about various topics, including:

• Electronics
• Sensors
• Materials science
• Electrochemistry
• Photonics
• Physics Through a combination of talks, demonstrations, lab tours, and hands-on activities, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of these research areas.

Program Structure

The programme is structured to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging experience, with a mix of theoretical and practical activities, including:

• Talks from experienced researchers
• Demonstrations of cutting-edge research
• Lab tours to showcase state-of-the-art facilities
• Hands-on activities to provide practical experience