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Bronze Award

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Typical ages 11+

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Typically 10 hrs

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£6 UK; £12.50 International

An introduction to STEM project work for 11+ year olds working individually or in teams. Bronze Awards develop research skills and allow student to work like real scientists, technologists, engineers or mathematicians. Students can design their own project, or use one of our free project resources and workbooks to kick start their thinking and keep their work on track.

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How to run

Plan

Browse the free resources in our Resource Library for Bronze project ideas.

Alternatively, students can create and design their own Bronze projects. Familiarise your students with the CREST criteria for Bronze so they know what to aim for.

Complete

Students complete their Bronze projects before submission. Create a free account on our application platform to submit projects.

Upload a sample of the Bronze project work or a completed Bronze workbook.

Assess

Students must meet at least 11 of the 15 Bronze CREST criteria to earn a Bronze CREST Award.

A teacher or adult assesses the Bronze projects.

Achieve!

Celebrate the success of your students as they achieve their Bronze CREST Awards.

Share your experience with us - email us, tell us in the survey, or tag us in your posts. Let's spread the joy and inspire others with your students' success!

  • Plan

    Browse the free resources in our Resource Library for Bronze project ideas.

    Alternatively, students can create and design their own Bronze projects. Familiarise your students with the CREST criteria for Bronze so they know what to aim for.

  • Complete

    Students complete their Bronze projects before submission. Create a free account on our application platform to submit projects.

    Upload a sample of the Bronze project work or a completed Bronze workbook.

  • Assess

    Students must meet at least 11 of the 15 Bronze CREST criteria to earn a Bronze CREST Award.

    A teacher or adult assesses the Bronze projects.

  • Achieve!

    Celebrate the success of your students as they achieve their Bronze CREST Awards.

    Share your experience with us - email us, tell us in the survey, or tag us in your posts. Let's spread the joy and inspire others with your students' success!

Free Bronze resources

Fees and funding

The Bronze CREST Award costs £6 per student. While we want all young people to participate, we recognise that costs can be a barrier for some schools. UK schools in challenging circumstances, especially those with many underrepresented pupils in STEM, can apply for funding to help run CREST.

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Are you ready to help your students develop their enquiry, problem-solving, and communication skills? CREST Bronze offers a fantastic opportunity for students to enhance their UCAS personal statements. Encourage them to dive into this enriching experience and watch their skills grow!
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We are here to help

Find answers to your questions quickly and easily with our Help Centre Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). Whether you're just getting started with CREST Awards or looking for specific details on projects, resources, or submission guidelines, our comprehensive FAQs has you covered.

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