About
The B!g Idea helps students and learners with their creative mindset to tackle the biggest problems society faces. They work with schools and students to create, experiment, invent, take risks, make mistakes, and have fun. Their programme empowers students with creative tools that will expand their capabilities, building confidence and knowledge base connecting them with their communities and bridging the gap with Industry. The B!g Idea's mentors are there to give real-world advice directly to the students, sharing their knowledge and connecting the students and their communities with Industry.
Challenge Area Activities
Personal Skill
Engaging with the community and working on projects that tackle the most pressing issues facing young people.
Engaging with the community and working on projects that tackle the most pressing issues facing young people.
Programme Breakdown
Pre-programme, students identify topics that cause the most stress. 2024 topics include Climate Change, Cost of Living, Diversity & Inclusion, Mental Health and AI for Humanity. Students work collaboratively in teams through interactive workshops, learning cutting-edge creative thinking strategies and methodologies to research and deeper understand social issues and are guided to propose innovative solutions. Optional Flexi workshops offer an opportunity to deep-dive into particular areas such as AI, presentation techniques and communication.
Industry professionals contribute funding to support students keeping the programme free and accessible and volunteering their time as mentors. Our unique online Edtech platform matches mentors with student team projects, offering constructive feedback and advice at key milestones supporting advanced learning.
Teaching and learning materials are provided free in a Think B!G class pack, levelling the playing field for all students. Teachers and mentors are supported with tailored CPD. The B!g Idea's content and activities are designed for every learning style and ability, recognised globally for their innovative nature.
Students can participate from September to May or from January to May. Each and every student team can showcase their work to the world on our online exhibition and achieve a certificate of completion on submission of a idea poster and a learning journey video.
Industry professionals contribute funding to support students keeping the programme free and accessible and volunteering their time as mentors. Our unique online Edtech platform matches mentors with student team projects, offering constructive feedback and advice at key milestones supporting advanced learning.
Teaching and learning materials are provided free in a Think B!G class pack, levelling the playing field for all students. Teachers and mentors are supported with tailored CPD. The B!g Idea's content and activities are designed for every learning style and ability, recognised globally for their innovative nature.
Students can participate from September to May or from January to May. Each and every student team can showcase their work to the world on our online exhibition and achieve a certificate of completion on submission of a idea poster and a learning journey video.