London International Youth Science Forum | Summer School
Are you a first year student, studying science or a related subject? Are you interested in learning science while also having a fun-filled experience at a summer camp? Then you’re in the right place! Apply to represent DCU's Faculty of Science and Health at the London International Youth Science Forum 2024 (24th July - 7th August).
What is the London International Youth Science Forum (LIYSF)?
Founded in 1959, LIYSF aims to give a deeper insight into science and its applications for the benefit of all mankind; and to develop a greater understanding between young people of all nations. This two-week residential student event, held annually in central London, attracts 500 of the world’s leading young scientists aged 16-21 years old from more than 70 participating countries. LIYSF is held at Imperial College London and The Royal Geographical Society – and includes day trips to other leading UK research centres and universities, including Oxford and Cambridge.
LIYSF participants join in a 15-day programme of :
- Plenary Lectures and demonstrations from leading scientists, including Nobel Prize Winner Opening Address
- Seminars, debates and discussions on scientific topics of world concern
- Specialist lecture sessions, across subjects such as; Artificial Intelligence, Medicine, Nano-technology, Biology, Engineering, Robotics, Chemistry, Maths, Physics and Astrophysics
- Day visits to top UK university departments and visits to industrial sites and national research facilities
- Visits to the Science Museum and the Natural History Museum
- Opportunity to present project investigation work at the Science Bazaar Poster-board session
- Social and cultural activities, including discos, inter-hall competitions, and an evening of 'Traditions of Home'
- Optional sightseeing tours of London, Stonehenge, Oxford and Cambridge
- Optional visits to some of the best shows in London theatres
Should you be selected, DCU will fund your participation fee (STG£3,095) and return travel costs from Dublin to London, including travel insurance. The participation fee will include the following:
- 14 nights accommodation in Central London and all meals throughout
- 10 main lecture demonstrations
- 4 day visits to best UK university departments, laboratories and research centres (choice from 50 visits, with travel included)
- 4 specialist lecture sessions across a wide range of STEM subjects, such as; Artificial Intelligence, Nano-technology, Engineering, Robotics, Biology, Medicine, Chemistry, Physics, Maths and Astrophysics (choice from 32 lectures)
- Active social programme
- Certificate upon completing the programme (extra certificate if you present a project at the science bazaar)
The participation fee/charge does not cover:
- Optional sightseeing tours and theatre tickets
- Health testing requirements in relation to COVID-19
- Onward travel other than a return ticket to Ireland
Conditions of application
- The representative is chosen by interview
- Candidates will not be chosen for their academic ability alone. Evidence of sociability and achievement in other areas will also be taken into consideration as well as good communication skills
- Candidates may be short-listed and should be available for an interview
- The candidates date of birth must be between 24/7/2002 and 24/7/2008
- Candidates must be first year, third-level students engaged in a course of full-time study in the Faculty of Science and Health (includes the BSc in Science Education)
- Have a good understanding of written and spoken English
- Your parents/guardian must endorse your application (if under 18 when LIYSF begins)
- Successful candidates will be awarded a place subject to successfully passing their May 2024 diet of Examinations.
- Each candidate must submit a report of their experience at LIYSF to the Faculty of Science and Health within four weeks of their return
- Candidates must be willing to participate in promoting the event to future applicants and to participating in Faculty events e.g. Open Days
LIYSF 2022 DCU representatives, Selma Hoxha (left) and Gabriel Pascale (right) pictured with Associate Dean for Teaching and Learning, Dr Niamh O'Sullivan
Putting into words the most amazing two weeks of my life is a challenge I did not forecast to be this difficult. The London International Youth Science Forum (LIYSF) is a unique experience that combines the greatness of science with the beauty of humanity.
Reports from previous year's representatives can be viewed at the links below:
- Lucy Grogan Report LIYSF 2023 Chemical Sciences General Entry
- Dominik Jakobczak 2023 Physics General Entry
- Gabriel Pascale Report LIYSF 2022 BSc in Genetics and Cell Biology
- Selma Hoxha Report LIYSF 2022 BSc in Environmental Science and Technology
To apply, complete the form below and submit no later than 5.00pm on Thursday 28th March. Your application will be put forward to the selection committee for review. Applicants may be shortlisted and interviews held in April 2024.
A drop-in information session will be held on Thursday 21st March from 1.00 pm - 1.30 pm in HG07, Ground Floor, Nursing Building.
Click here to register for the information session.
Queries can be emailed to science@dcu.ie
To apply for LIYSF, please complete the application form below: