The QCRI Creative Space Summer Camp 2026 offers children and youth aged 7–17 (Grades 2–12) an exciting opportunity to explore emerging technologies in a fun and engaging way.
Delivered over four weeks, the camp offers participants a diverse range of programs designed to introduce them to coding, robotics, electronics, computational thinking, cybersecurity, digital media, artificial intelligence (AI) and data skills.
Through interactive activities and hands-on learning, participants will develop their problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, as well as improve their creativity, innovation and teamwork.
Registration opens: Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Registration deadline: Thursday, July 2nd, 2026
Please note that submitting an Online application does not guarantee a spot. Selected applicants will receive an email confirmation. Registration fees should be paid in person after confirmation.
The courses offered are:
Week 1: July 12 - July 16, 2026
Exploring Robotics with WeDo 2.0
Participants aged 7–10 will be introduced to the fundamentals of robotics and programming using LEGO® WeDo 2.0. Through hands-on activities, they will learn how engineering concepts and coding work together to create interactive robotic projects.
| Date | Time | Age | Course fees |
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| July 12 - July 16, 2026 | 09:30 - 12:00 | 7 - 10 |
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Movie Making
Designed for participants aged 13–15, this program introduces the fundamentals of filmmaking using mobile devices. Participants will explore storyboarding, scriptwriting, filming techniques, and video editing while creating their own short productions.
| Date | Time | Age | Course fees |
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| July 12 - July 16, 2026 | 09:30 - 12:00 | 13 - 15 |
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Exploring micro:bit
Participants aged 10–13 will learn the basics of programming and physical computing using the BBC micro:bit. The program provides an introduction to coding through interactive electronics projects and creative experimentation.
| Date | Time | Age | Course fees |
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| July 12 - July 16, 2026 | 13:00 - 15:30 | 10 - 13 |
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Week 2: July 19 - July 23, 2026
Sphero
Participants aged 7–10 will develop coding, problem-solving, and teamwork skills using the Sphero BOLT robot. Activities include programming movement, lights, sounds, loops, and conditional logic through interactive challenges.
| Date | Time | Age | Course fees |
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| July 19 - July 23, 2026 | 09:30 - 12:00 | 7 - 10 |
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Detective School
This immersive program combines analytical reasoning, scientific inquiry, and problem-solving through forensic investigations, cryptography challenges, and collaborative mystery-solving activities.
| Date | Time | Age | Course fees |
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| July 19 - July 23, 2026 | 13:00 - 15:30 | 13 - 15 |
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App Inventor for Beginners
Participants aged 10–13 will explore the foundations of coding and mobile application development. Using block-based programming, they will design and build their own simple apps and mobile games.
| Date | Time | Age | Course fees |
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| July 19 - July 23, 2026 | 09:30 - 12:00 | 10 - 13 |
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Cyber Quest: Networks & Security
Participants aged 15–17 will gain an introduction to computer networking and cybersecurity concepts through hands-on challenges, codebreaking exercises, and a capture-the-flag competition that explores both offensive and defensive security principles.
| Date | Time | Age | Course fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 19 - July 23, 2026 | 13:00 - 15:30 | 15 - 17 |
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Week 3: July 26 - July 30, 2026
Sphero
Participants aged 7-10 will develop critical thinking, teamwork, and coding skills, leveraging the Sphero BOLT robot. They will be able to demonstrate proficiency with the drawing canvas, learn how to use block programs to manipulate lights and sounds, and create loops and conditionals.
| Date | Time | Age | Course fees |
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| July 26 - July 30, 2026 | 09:30 - 12:00 | 7 - 10 |
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App Inventor for Beginners
Students aged 10 to 13 will learn the basics of coding and mobile app development. They will also develop their own simple app and/or mobile game. Basic knowledge of block coding or Scratch is recommended.
| Date | Time | Age | Course fees |
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| July 26 - July 30, 2026 | 13:00 - 15:30 | 10 - 13 |
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Introduction to Python Programming
Designed for participants aged 13–15, this program introduces the fundamentals of Python programming through interactive exercises and problem-solving activities. Participants will learn programming concepts, including functions, variables, and control structures, while developing practical coding skills.
| Date | Time | Age | Course fees |
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| July 26 - July 30, 2026 | 10:00-15:00 pm | 13 - 15 |
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Week 4: August 2 - August 6, 2026
AI & Data Skills
Participants aged 15–17 will explore the foundations of artificial intelligence and data science. Through hands-on activities, they will learn how AI systems are trained, work with real-world datasets, examine ethical considerations, and build a simple neural network to better understand how intelligent systems operate.
| Date | Time | Age | Course fees |
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| August 2 - August 6, 2026 | 13:00 - 15:30 | 15 - 17 |
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Join us for a summer filled with creativity, innovation and discovery at the QCRI Creative Space Summer Camp 2026!
Registration opening date: Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 8:00 am
Registration deadline: Thursday, July 2, 2026
Event start date: Sunday, July 12, 2026
Event end date: Thursday, August 6, 2026