Science at work

What's it like to work at bp? Four short videos with supporting notes.

Ages: 14-16 16-19

Topic: Chemical and material behaviour Energy, electricity and forces Environment, earth and universe Business and enterprise

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Resources

Meet the scientists video

Video

People who work at bp talk about the importance of science in the careers (1:42).

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Making an impact video

Video

bp scientists talk about their contribution to the development of new technology and improving existing technology (1:29).

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Skills for science video

Video

Young scientists talk about the skills they have developed working at bp (2:05).

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Opportunities video

Video

Young bp scientists talk about the opportunities available to those working in the oil industry (1:34).

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Science in the workplace booklet

Information booklet

An information booklet exploring how scientists and engineers work and what skills they need.

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bp is changing

Information booklet

We’ve been reflecting

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Carbon capture and storage

What is carbon capture and storage? Booklet, presentation and teachers' notes covering the carbon cycle and the chemistry of combustion.

Fuels from crude oil

What is fractional distillation? Booklet and teachers' notes on crude oil and its products, and supply and demand.

Polymers for life

Learning materials about polymers, alkanes and alkenes and making, using and recycling polymers.