Dive into Developmental Science

Join this interactive event at the Ulster Museum in Belfast to explore the fascinating world of developmental science research being conducted at Queen’s University and Ulster University through hands-on activities designed for kids and families!

Children can enjoy colouring, drawing games, puzzles, and even test out special apps or equipment created by researchers. Children and caregivers can learn about the activities inspired by real studies, but with a playful twist.

This event is a hands-on way to spark curiosity, creativity, and imagination in children —while having lots of fun along the way.

The children will also get a chance to step into the shoes of a researcher! Guided by a fun, easy-to-follow script, they can also take on the role of a scientist and 'interview' their caregiver, sibling, or one of our team.

Caregivers will discover why their children engage in play, come to understand others, develop friendships and views about the world, develop healthy behaviours, and learn language.  Children will learn what social science is and will get to participate in age-appropriate developmental psychology activities, which we hope will spark children’s excitement and interest in social science topics or participation in child social science research.

Dr Jocelyn Dautel and Lisa Jane Rodgers of School of Pyschology at Queen's University Belfast

Open to children and families

It will be particular interest to children and caregivers, and those working in local schools

17 October 2025