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Science for schools

We’re passionate about keeping curiosity alive. Learn more about the professional development courses and various secondary school programs and activities we run for students interested in science.

Our programs for schools

  • In2science program in your classroom

    In2science is an innovative and proven multi-university program that places volunteer university students as mentors in high school science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) classes.

  • Melbourne Indigenous STEM Education Program (MISEP)

    The Faculty of Science’s Melbourne Indigenous STEM Education Program (MISEP) is a series of Indigenous-led, hands-on, curriculum-based workshops that engage school students with Indigenous STEM knowledges.

  • Residential Indigenous Science Experience (RISE)

    A week-long residential camp for Year 9 and 10 Indigenous students to experience the tangible and hands-on nature of science, including workshops and special presentations on chemistry, geology, genetics, physics and maths, and visits to industry.

  • Science Roadshow

    Science Roadshow is a program presented by passionate university students who want to inspire your high school students to study science and go to university!

  • The Science Experience

    Every January, year 9 and 10 students experience life as a University of Melbourne STEM student with lectures, laboratory experiments, and hands-on experiences run by our top-ranking academic staff.

  • STEM EDGE

    An exciting series of events run over 6 years, this program inspires girls and gender-diverse students with the possibility of a STEM career through camps, hands-on experience and mentoring opportunities.

STEM for Schools Newsletter

We send a newsletter once per term to keep you informed of all the great programs, activities and events that the University offers to your science students.

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2023 Y10 Work Experience

Year 10 Work Experience

Want to know what it's like to be a scientist?

During the Faculty of Science Year 10 Work Experience Program, you'll participate in workshops and activities in a STEM discipline of your choice! You will meet new friends and scientific role models, as well as get a taste of university life. Places are limited.

Learn more

Science Gallery Melbourne Excursions

Join us for interactive gallery tours and workshops where you can pilot a drone, try insect waffles and play with 3D-printed bones.

Explore the Science Gallery

Science Gallery Melbourne Excursions

Subject area programs

  • VCE Biology

    We host annual laboratory workshops for VCE Biology students at our Parkville campus, enabling students to complete practical laboratory activities in a tertiary education setting.

  • Chemistry

    Chemistry outreach activities that show students a mixture of new research, fundamental chemical principles and the chemistry of everyday life.

  • Engineering and IT

    Participate in our hands-on activities and workshops and be inspired by the exciting possibilities of Engineering and IT.

  • Geography, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences

    Our outreach activities provide students with the opportunity to learn more about the types of research taking place in our School and engage in hands-on activities.

  • Mathematics and Statistics

    Programs, workshops, and resources for school students and teachers at all levels.

  • Physics

    Activities for school students and teachers, the general public, our alumni and friends from the School of Physics.

Professional development

Annual professional development lectures for Chemistry teachers.

Explore lectures and workshops