About the programme
The CuriosiTY programme is a transition year placement programme designed to broaden participation in STEM. CuriosiTY focuses on increasing awareness of STEM education and careers as well as developing key skills within a framework that provides equity of access and widens participation. More than 200 students have attended the CuriosiTY placement weeks to date. Eighty percent of students reached through CuriosiTY have been from DEIS designated schools linked with UCD and schools in areas of geographical disadvantage linked with the Amgen Biotech Experience Ireland programme. The remainder of the places are available to direct applicants. CuriosiTY has also reached approximately 1000 students through additional school visits to DEIS designated schools across the country.
In addition, 95 UCD postgraduate researchers have been trained in public engagement to lead the delivery of the CuriosiTY programme. They have guided pupils in exploring the world of research through hands-on laboratory, research seminars and career talks.
