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The UK Youth Rocketry Challenge
The UK Youth Rocketry Challenge (UKROC) is a great way to engage the next generation of engineers with practical experience of building and executing complex missions.
This is an exciting way to learn more about maths and science, with the UK winners getting the chance to compete against teams from France, USA and Japan at the International Finals.
ARE YOU UP FOR
THE CHALLENGE?
Key Dates
UKROC 2024 Competition
You can now register your team for 2024!
- Thursday 29 February – deadline for entries
- Tuesday 23 April – Northern Ireland regional
- Tuesday 23 April – Scottish regional
- Tuesday 30 April – North regional
- Thursday 2 May – South East regional
- Saturday 4 May – South West regional
- Thursday 27 June – UK National Final, Buckminster
- 25 & 26 July – International Final at Farnborough Airshow 2024
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Testimonials...
What the teachers say…
“Our students are fired up with enthusiasm and plans for developing their rocket further”
Teacher, UTC Harbourside
“The kids get so much from it and experience team work, working together and problem solving. This is so valuable and so beneficial for them”
Teacher, National Finals
What the parents say...
“Excellent platform for kids to improve their knowledge & learn/discover more information”
Parent, South East School
“Fantastic learning boost prior to any further studies within university. Great motivation for kids"
Parent, South East School
What the young people say…
“The rocketry competition was really good because it made you problem solve along with using multiple engineering techniques as part of STEM”
“UK ROC National Finals was the most incredible and inspiring day’”
Pupil, National Finals
“Its really good and looks really great on our CV!"
Pupil, National Finals
How to Enter
Rocketry is a great opportunity for young people aged 11 – 18. Read online reasons why you should enter below.
2024 Rules
It is essential that you read both the Rules and Mission documents carefully before you enter the competition.
The Rocketry Experts

John Bonsor

John Jacomb
