Outreach

The Department of Mathematical Sciences organises and contributes to a number of different outreach activities:

Public Engagement

We like to share our passion for mathematics beyond the university through participation in festivals, collaborations with museums, public talks, and more!

Young children and students looking at a science experiment

School Outreach

We work together with schools in various ways, to enrich pupils' experience of maths and inspire the next generation of scientists.

Secondary school pupils attending the Durham Schools' Science Festival

Widening Participation

We strive to make STEM as open and inclusive as possible. One of our main goals is to encourage access to maths and the opportunities it offers at every level.

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Resources

In this section you will find mathematical artwork, applets, machines, and more freely available for you to use, download, or borrow.

A 2-dimensional tessellation made out of wooden tiles.

Young Minds Big Maths

Mathematicians from our department work together with local early years teachers to equip them to explore maths with their children in a playful, child-led way.

Chalkdust

A magazine for the mathematically curious! Published twice a year: it’s interesting and accessible maths articles, written by you, and surrounded by puzzles and jokes.

Contact Us

The Department has many members who regularly engage with our local community and beyond. We always welcome new opportunities and would love to hear from you if you are interested in participating or collaborating.

Contact the Outreach Team!