Bletchley Park Trip

On Wednesday, 6th November, our Year 10 students went on an inspiring trip to Bletchley Park to deepen their understanding of cybersecurity as part of the GCSE Computing course.

Bletchley Park Trip

Bletchley Park played a pivotal role in World War II by breaking enemy codes, which helped to shape modern encryption systems. The visit provided a unique opportunity for students to connect past breakthroughs in cryptography with today’s cybersecurity challenges.

The students  attended a Past, Present, and Future Encryption session, where they explored cryptography’s history and core principles, learning how seemingly "unbreakable" encryption systems were deciphered during WWII. Students took part in hands-on activities, including sending encrypted messages using both symmetrical and asymmetrical encryption techniques. The session ended with a discussion on the future of cryptography, examining how artificial intelligence and quantum computing are expected to transform encryption technology.

The trip provided students with invaluable insights into the evolution of encryption's crucial role in today’s digital landscape and better informed about cybersecurity.