NMITE RoboAcademy

Join the NMITE RoboAcademy and discover how robots are designed, built and programmed to address real-world challenges.
About this Event

A free, one-day hands-on robotics experience day for ages 14–18. Curious about how robots think, move and solve problems? Perfect for beginners, this interactive summer school introduces the fundamentals of robotics and programming in a fun, supportive and practical environment.

Available dates: 28th or 29th July 2026

10am till 4pm (Arrival from 9.30am)

Lunch and refreshments provided (Please notify NMITE of any dietary requirements when booking)

What you'll learn:

Morning Session – Build Your Robot

• Assemble a working robot from its component parts.
• Explore the key elements of robotics, including sensors, motors and controllers.
• Understand how hardware works together to create an autonomous robot.

Afternoon Session – Code & Navigate

• Learn the basics of coding for robotics.
• Program your robot to complete simple navigation challenges.
• Test, troubleshoot and improve your robot's performance.

You'll gain:

• An introduction to robotics and programming.
• Practical engineering and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with robotics hardware and code.
• Confidence to take your first steps into robotics and engineering.

No previous coding or robotics experience required. Just bring your curiosity!

Agenda

🕑: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Morning: Build Your Robot
🕑: 12:30 PM
Lunch

Info: Catered lunch included.

🕑: 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Afternoon: Code and Navigate