Dundee Primary and Secondary Pupils Invited to Dundee Science Centre for Healthcare Science Week 2026
Dundee Science Centre is celebrating Healthcare Science Week with two exciting opportunities for primary and secondary pupils!
This national week highlights the essential work of health care scientists – the experts behind vital tests, diagnoses, treatments, and medical innovations that support patient care every day. To mark the occasion, Dundee Science Centre is bringing young people together with professionals from NHS Scotland and Ninewells Hospital to spark curiosity and showcase inspiring career pathways.
Read on to discover what’s on offer for your pupils!
🌟 Primary Schools (Dundee only) 🌟
We’re inviting primary classes to join us on Wednesday, 11 March, to celebrate the incredible people who work in health care!
We’re delighted to welcome staff from NHS Scotland/Ninewells Hospital to Dundee Science Centre, where they will showcase their work and engage directly with young learners. This is a fantastic opportunity for pupils to discover the exciting world of health care science and learn about real careers that help people every day.
This event forms part of our Edina Programme, offering an inspiring and fully supported experience for schools.
What’s included in the Edina Programme?
- A FREE visit to Dundee Science Centre on Wednesday 11 March
- A fully funded outreach workshop delivered in your school (Healthy Body Bits)
- Up to 100% transport funding available to support your visit
Healthy Body Bits Workshop
During the outreach session, pupils will take part in our interactive Healthy Body Bits workshop, featuring Stuffee – a giant ragdoll with removable organs.
Using Stuffee, learners will:
- Explore the body’s major organs
- Understand what each organ does
- Learn how to keep their bodies healthy
- Develop awareness of personal responsibility for health and well-being.
Together, the centre visit and in-school workshop create a memorable learning experience that inspires curiosity about health care science from an early age.
Book Early – Limited Spaces Available
Head to the page below to book your visit to Dundee Science Centre and half day outreach to your school.
🌟 Secondary Schools 🌟
We’re inviting secondary pupils to attend a special Healthcare Science career drop-in session at Dundee Science Centre on Wednesday 11 March, as part of Healthcare Science Week 2026.
Professionals from NHS Scotland and Ninewells Hospital will be in the centre, offering pupils a valuable opportunity to engage directly with industry experts and health care science professionals.
Why attend?
- Explore real career pathways in health care science
- Speak directly with professionals about their roles
- Ask questions about subject choices and future options
- Gain information for science and health-related careers
The sessions are open to all secondary students with an interest in science and health care.
Session details
- Date: Wednesday 11 March
- Time: Drop-in sessions between 10:00am – 12:00pm
- Location: Dundee Science Centre
- Formal: Informal career engagement sessions
- Session Length: 30 minutes, pupils are welcome to stay longer if they wish.
Important information
Please note:
- This is not a regular exhibition visit
- The session will not be led by a member of the Dundee Science Centre team
Schools may:
- Register pupils on their behalf, or
- Share the opportunity directly with pupils; students are welcome to sign up for themselves.
We kindly ask that all attending pupils represent their school responsibly and behave respectfully and sensibly throughout the session.
Book Early – Limited Spaces Available
Questions
If you have any questions relating to the Healthcare Science Week offer on Wednesday 11 March, please contact us at learning@dundeesciencecentre.org.uk
