Here’s a few reasons why you should enter.
- It’s free to enter and it’s fun! Teams just need to cover the cost of the rocket build and associated equipment (approx. £300).
- An extension to what students are already learning in Science, Technology and Maths – but in an interactive and engaging way.
- It’s a great way for young people to gain hands-on engineering and presentation skills.
- The winning UK team will receive a paid-for trip to Paris Airshow 2025 to compete against the winning teams from America, France and Japan.
- Students will have the opportunity to meet with industry aviation, space leaders and experts.
- Cash prizes, certificates and awards for winning teams, and their associated youth group or school.
- Positive media and press opportunities for your youth group or school.
- It’s a great skill to learn to help towards other extra curricular activities like the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
- Our platinum sponsor, Airbus, are offering the winning UK team a private tour of one their sites!
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
Please complete the registration form. You will only be required to provide your supervising adult contact details at this stage.
2025 Rules
It is essential that you please read both the Rules and Mission documents carefully before you enter the competition.
