BA CREST is a nationally recognised accreditation scheme for project work in the fields of science and technology. Aimed at students aged 11-19, BA CREST awards encourage students to develop their scientific curiosity, problem-solving and communcation skills.

Through a mentoring system it enables students of all abilities to explore real scientific, engineering and technolgical problems for themselves and promotes work-related learning.

BA CREST awards motivate students, build confidence and encourage them to pursue careers in science, engineering and technology.

BA CREST awards are available in two subject areas - Science or Technology - at three levels:

BRONZE

10 hours of project work
Typically for ages 11-14

SILVER

40 hours of project work
Typically for students aged 14-16
Links with industry encouraged

GOLD

100 hours of project work
Typically for students aged 16+
Students linked with mentor from industry or higher education
Can accredit Nuffield Bursary placements and Engineering Education Scheme (EES) project work.

Students who have completed BA CREST project work have the opportunity to display their work at Regional Finals. Outstanding projects are selected for the prestigious national BA CREST Science Fair.

We hope to hold a CREST Event during the summer term, where teachers can find out lots more information and look at other students projects.

Click here for details of CREST in a Day.