Design. Build.
Launch. Compete.
The UK’s national rocketry competition for students aged 11 to 18.
What is UKROC?
A national rocketry competition for the next generation of engineers
The UK Rocketry Challenge (UKROC) is a national competition for young people aged 11 to 18, challenging teams to design, build and launch a model rocket with a fragile payload.
Open to schools, colleges and youth groups across the UK, the competition brings engineering to life through hands-on learning, teamwork and problem-solving.
Rockets built & launched in 2026
Total participants in 2026
Feet reached across all launches in 2026
Your future starts here
UKROC is more than a competition. It is a launchpad for creativity, innovation and future talent.
By exploring aerospace, aviation and space, the challenge extends what students are already learning in science, technology and maths, helping them develop confidence, communication and real-world engineering skills.
Why UKROC matters
Skilled engineers are in high demand, with thousands of roles available across the UK’s aerospace, defence, security and space sectors.
UKROC helps build a pipeline of future talent by inspiring young people early and showing how STEM subjects connect to real careers.