by Pembrokeshire College students recently went on an educational trip to London.
The 34 learners, studying A-level science, psychology, sociology and applied science, were offered a mix of academic and cultural experiences.
The psychology and sociology students explored crime and punishment in the London Dungeons and attended live court hearings at the Old Bailey.
Meanwhile, the science students attended the Science Live: A-Level conference, where they listened to leading scientists discuss their areas of expertise.
Students engaged in talks from Professor Sophie Scott who looked at ‘Why We Laugh’, Professor Robert Winston who spoke about the science of human progress and the ethical issues surrounding it, Professor Dame Sue Black on ‘The Mysteries of Forensics Science,” and Dr. Camilla Nord on “The Science of Mental Health.”
In addition to academic activities, students also visited popular tourist attractions, dined in the festive atmosphere of Covent Garden and watched The Lion King in the West End.
Biology lecturer Kate Bassett-Jones said: “The conference was a fantastic experience for the students; they had direct access to world-class scientists and came away inspired and motivated for their future career plans.”
“London is always a great trip and it was great to see some of them experiencing it for the first time.”
“The tour of the dungeons and the Old Bailey court experience were fascinating and the students were thrilled to learn so much about crime in London and see a live court case first hand.”
The Science Department looks forward to organizing future visits.
