The ‘Masterclass at CERN’ programme sees students starting their learning journey long before stepping foot in Switzerland. Pre-learning sessions have been carefully designed to familiarise participants with the foundation that will come to use during the Masterclass. This encourages them develop a nuanced understanding of the subject matter.
The programme is designed to supplement the High School physics curriculum for students in Classes 9-12 across IBDP, IGCSE, ISC and ICSE boards. While open to all, the programme prioritises students who genuinely love the world of physics and those who envision a future in STEAM.
The Masterclass at CERN programme has been divided into carefully-curated phases:
Pre-Learning: Participants will be encouraged to enrich their understanding of particle physics and review foundational knowledge to ensure active participation during the Masterclass at CERN programme.
Masterclasses: Participants will engage in dynamic sessions led by CERN’s distinguished scientists, unravelling the enigmatic realms of Higgs Boson, Antimatter, Parallel Universes, and Quarks. Participants may witness experiment sites, offering a first-hand look at the behaviour of subatomic particles.
Participants will also take insightful tours of CERN’s facilities, including the CMS (Compact Muon Solenoid) and the Antimatter Factory.
Research Capstone:
Once participants have returned, they will be expected to submit a research project based on their learnings during the programme. Certificates will be awarded to participants on successful completion of this project.
Participants will embark on a scientific odyssey under the stewardship of Dr. Archana Sharma, a distinguished senior scientist at CERN and founder of the Life Lab Foundation. Renowned for her pioneering work in High-Energy Physics, Dr. Sharma’s visionary approach is evident in every aspect of the programme.
Drawing from her wealth of experience, she has designed the curriculum in close collaboration with physics educators in India so as to shape a rigorous pre-learning segment. Throughout the Masterclass, Dr. Sharma and her distinguished colleagues will personally lead sessions at CERN.
Their expertise promises to unravel the mysteries of the universe, guiding participants through ground-breaking research and exciting experiments and igniting a passion for scientific inquiry that transcends borders and disciplines.
Dates: 15th December 2024 – 21 December 2024
Venue: The Masterclass takes place at CERN in Geneva, Switzerland.
Batch Size: As this is an exclusive programme, the batch size is limited to 36 persons (including accompanying teachers).
Application Process: Prospective participants undergo a selective application process, submitting Statements of Purpose for review by physics educators and our team.
Certification: Upon completion of the culminating research capstone, participants receive a certificate co-signed SternaXP and Lab International.
Programme fee: INR 2,70,000 (inclusive of GST). This amount does not include airfare, insurance, and visa costs.
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