A nationwide STEM outreach
program for year 9 and 10
students in 2017
Australian Capital Territory
Australian National University, Canberra
20 - 22 SEPT 2017
Explore the forensic techniques of DNA fingerprinting, fly model
rockets, stargaze the night sky, learn about geological mapping
and take a tour of the Tsunami Early Warning Centre. Measure
gamma-ray radioactivity, tour a particle accelerator, design a
self-drive robotic car, test sustainable water filters and other
cutting edge science activities.
New South Wales
Macquarie University, Sydney
10 - 12 JAN 2018
Discover 3D printing and a virtual reality during our science
expo, meet passionate scientists at our career speed dating,
participate in a chemistry and physic magic show, learn more
about our solar system and the world beyond earth, explore the
world of Indigenous science and much much more!
University of New England, Armidale
16 - 18 JAN 2018
Chemistry experiments, DNA extraction, solving crimes,
creating and understanding musical instruments, programming
computers and bio-mechanics with sports science activities.
We visit Dangar Falls for some afternoon bush walking and
nighttime spotlighting. In addition students will have the
opportunity to explore the new Natural History Museum.
University of Sydney, Sydney
10 - 12 JAN 2018
Solve a murder at the University of Sydney. We’ll teach you
about forensic science and you’ll use your wits to decipher
a mysterious crime. There’ll be hands-on sessions in the
laboratory and interactive lectures from our leading scientific
experts. You’ll be working with a team of fellow detectives to
analyse evidence and convict a suspect.
University of Technology, Sydney
31 OCT - 2 NOV 2017
Various hands-on and fun science, maths, and technology
activities. Explore some of the hottest topics in forensic
science, physics and nanotechnology, environmental science,
microbiology, engineering & IT and mathematical modelling.
University of Wollongong, Wollongong
22 - 24 JAN 2018
Human body, resuscitation, oxygen saturation and the pulse
oximeter. Uncover technological developments of ancient cultures,
crazy concoctions of chemical combinations and dabbling with
DNA. Cooling, melting or boiling – cool physics will uncover all
things temperature! Explore the Science Centre and Planetarium.
Western Australia
Curtin University, Perth
7,8,11 & 12 DEC 2017
Four days of hands-on science lab sessions (food science,
biotechnology, chemistry, physics, maths, biology, computing),
engineering lab sessions, expert speaker presentations, science
and engineering talks, information on studying at university,
careers in science and engineering, competitions and more.
Edith Cowan University, Joondalup
16 - 19 JAN 2018
ECU program could expose you to the fascinating world of
marine biology and environmental science, engineering with
motor sport, sport analysis, medical science, astronomy,
physics, chemistry and psychology.
The University of Western Australia, Perth
16 - 18 JAN 2018
At UWA you will experience hand-on science in a variety of areas
including chemistry, physics, health Sciences, mathematics,
engineering, earth science and the environmental sciences.
Murdoch University
11 - 14 DEC 2017
Engage in interactive sessions, workshops, lectures and
games. Experience the fields of Physics, Chemistry, Nano
Chemistry, Information technology, Atmospheric Science,
Mathematics, Robotics and Coding, Biochemistry and System
Biology, Forensic and Agricultural Science, Marine Biology,
Ecology and Wildlife Biology.
Queensland
Griffith University, Gold Coast
26 - 28 SEPT 2017
Designed to provide students who have an interest in science with
an opportunity to engage in a wide range of fascinating science
activities under the guidance of scientists who love their work.
Queensland University of Technology,
Gardens Point
University of Queensland, St Lucia
Griffith University, Nathan
16 - 19 JAN 2018
Treble your science experience by attending three of the largest
universities in Queensland during the four days. Visit QUT, UQ
and Griffith-Nathan. You will tour scientific facilities, hear from
some of Queensland’s leading scientists, participate in hands-on
workshops, explore science based careers. Areas covered include
forensic and biological science, physics, mathematics,astronomy,
environmental sciences and engineering.
University of Queensland
17 - 19 JAN 2018
Invention workshops; disciplines including maths, physics,
genetics, marine science, neuroscience, health and safety
science, agriculture, nanotechnology.
University of Southern Queensland,
Toowoomba
19 - 21 SEPT 2017
Topics covered may include Astronomy with star gazing,
Biomedical Science, DNA extraction experiment or investigating
structure and functions of living cells in USQ state of the art
teaching laboratories. Mathematics and statistics, UV radiation/
solar cars, synthesising fluorescent dyes plus a range of other
interesting fields.
CQ University Gladstone Marina
10 - 12 OCT 2017
Come and put the science learnt in the first two days into
action to solve a problem on the third. Areas: Marine science,
Environmental science, Technology and Chemistry.
Registration Fees
3 day program $150 (includes GST)
4 day program $200 (includes GST) – Curtin, Edith
Cowan, Murdoch, and the Brisbane combined
Universities
Please Note: these fees do not cover any transport, meals or
accommodation costs. Refunds are available (minus $30 administration
fee) until 4 weeks before a particular program commences.
How do I enrol?
1 Send your completed application form to:
The ConocoPhillips Science Experience,
PO Box 158 , Monbulk, Vic 3793
2 Email your completed application form to
[email protected]
3 Enrol online at:
www.scienceexperience.com.au
Please Note; Applications are accepted immediately online
at any time if a place is available.
4 Send your application form to a local Rotary Club
if you’re seeking Rotary financial support.
Your local club may consider full or part
sponsorship of the $150/$200 fee.
Please follow through with the club to check they have
submitted your application.
Accommodation
Most programs are non-residential, At an extra cost,
accommodation is available at the following programs:
1 University of New England, Armidale
2 University of Queensland, Saint Lucia, Brisbane
3 Melbourne University, Dookie campus
4 Federation University, Ballarat and
Gippsland campuses.
Student Application Form
Name: Parents email address: Students email: Address: Suburb: Postcode: Phone: Mobile: Date of Birth: _ _ / _ _ / _ _ _ _
Sex:
M / F
School: Phone: Suburb: Postcode: Year Level in 2017: Name of Science Teacher: Choice of program
First Choice:
Second Choice
Post to: The ConocoPhillips Science Experience, PO Bo
Email to:[email protected]
For Further details: www.scienceexperience.com.au or
Please note: Refunds are available (minus $30 administration fee) up unt
Payment Method
$150 inc GST (3 day program) or $200 inc GST
(4 day program) included with this application.
A) Cheque/Money order made payable to
The Science Experience
B) Credit Card:
Visa
Mastercard
Card No: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
Expiry Date: _ _ / _ _
Amount: $
Cardholder’s Signature: Cardholder’s Name: Rotary Sponsorship
(to be completed by Rotary representative)
The Rotary Club of: District: This club will offer financial sponsorship to the
amount of: $
Student contribution (if applicable): $
Contact address: Suburb: Postcode: email address: Phone: Rotarian’s Signature: ce, PO Box 158, Monbulk, Vic 3793
ABN 90 610 500 296
om.au or (03) 9756 7534
n fee) up until 4 weeks before the particular program commences.
Universities & Tertiary Institution program dates
Australian Capital Territory
Australian National University, Canberra
20 - 22 Sept 2017
New South Wales
Macquarie University, Sydney
10 -12 Jan 2018
University of New England, Armidale
16 -18 Jan 2018
University of Sydney, Sydney
10 - 12 Jan 2018
University of Technology, Sydney
31 Oct - 02 Nov 2017
University of Wollongong, Wollongong
22 - 24 Jan 2018
Northern Territory
Charles Darwin University, Casuarina Campus
17 - 19 Oct 2017
Queensland
Griffith University, Gold Coast
26 - 28 Sept 2017
Queensland University of Technology,
Gardens Point
University of Queensland, St Lucia
Griffith University, Nathan
16 - 19 Jan 2018
University of Queensland, St Lucia
17 - 19 Jan 2018
University of Southern Queensland, Toowoomba 19 - 21 Sept 2017
Central Queensland University,
Gladstone Marnia
10 - 12 Oct 2017
South Australia
University of Adelaide, Adelaide
12 - 14 Dec 2017
Flinders University, Adelaide
06 - 08 Dec 2017
University of South Australia, Adelaide
28 - 30 Nov 2017
Tasmania
University of Tasmania, Hobart
11 - 13 Dec 2017
University of Tasmania, Launceston
05 - 07 Dec 2017
University of Tasmania, Cradle Coast
29 Nov - 01 Dec 2017
Victoria
Federation University, Gippsland
26 - 28 Sept 2017
Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre,
Queenscliff
22 - 24 Jan 2018
RMIT University, Melbourne
16 - 18 Jan 2018
Swinburne University of Technology, Hawthorn
05 - 07 Dec 2017
Federation University, Ballarat
25 - 27 Sept 2017
University of Melbourne, Parkville
15 - 17 Jan 2018
Melbourne University – Dookie campus
29 Nov - 01 Dec 2017
Swinburne University KIOSC, Wantirna
19 - 21 Sept 2017
Western Australia
Curtin University, Perth
7, 8, 11 & 12 Dec 2017
Murdoch University
11 - 14 Dec 2017
Edith Cowan University, Joondalup
16 - 19 Jan 2018
The University of Western Australia, Perth
16 - 18 Jan 2018
Victoria
RMIT University
16 - 18 JAN 2018
Undertake hands-on experiments in areas such as forensic
chemistry, physics, health, biomedical sciences and engineering.
Interactive activities in food science and human anatomy
will provide you with an opportunity to mix with experts and
investigate a possible STEM career path.
Swinburne University of Technology,
Hawthorn
5 - 7 DEC 2017
The program will allow you to meet leaders from the scientific
community, work with innovative technologies in specialised labs,
watch out-of-this-world science demonstrations and participate
in hands-on workshops that will challenge and excite.
University of Melbourne, Parkville
15 - 17 JAN 2018
A program where you will make new friends, create awesome
memories, get a whole new outlook on science. Areas Biosciences, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Physics, Engineering
and the life Sciences. Science is more than School Biology,
Chemistry and Physics, come see how exciting science can be.
Swinburne University KIOSC, Wantirna
19 - 21 SEPT 2017
Students will engage in a wide hands-on activities and
workshops in robotics and coding, virtual reality, chemistry and
biology, advanced manufacturing and the internet of things!
Marine & Freshwater Discovery Centre,
Queenscliff
22 - 24 JAN 2018
More than just marine biology – investigate all options linked
to aquatic ecology – both marine and freshwater, as well as
expanding experiences beyond science into other areas such as
law enforcement e.g. Fisheries Officers.
Victoria rural
Federation University, Gippsland
26 - 28 SEPT 2017
Hands on activities in science, engineering, nursing and
medicine and a Field Trip illustrating their application will get
you thinking about career possibilities. Get ready to make new
friends and team up with student mentors .
Federation University, Ballarat
25 - 27 SEPT 2017
Activity in forensic chemistry, geospatial science, botany,
robotics, engineering or computer graphics, you will use your
knowledge, curiosity, ingenuity, team-work, communication and
planning skills to think, act and explore the world as a STEM
professional
University of Melbourne – Dookie campus
29 NOV-1 DEC 2017
Dookie is a working farm- a centre of agricultural research.
Join scientists and agricultural students in hands on activities
in the laboratory and paddock, investigating real world issues.
Activities - perennial ryegrass toxicity, sheep science, ultrasound technology, wool classing, protein content of milk, cheese
making and robotic diary.
Tasmania
University of Tasmania, Hobart
11 - 13 DEC 2017
Create your own chemicals, learn about Tasmania’s wildlife,
solve engineering challenges, examine minerals and soils,
help build a robot, hear about how computer games are used
in research, see drones in action, visit the University’s Medical
Science Precinct and the Institute of Marine and Antarctic
Studies and many more activities.
University of Tasmania, Launceston
5 - 7 DEC 2017
Experiment in the chemistry laboratory to prepare aspirin, test
out your eyewitness memory in forensic psychology, learn about
human physiology in the Exercise Science lab, try out the latest
technologies in the Human Interface Technology lab (HITLab),
see marine science in action and go behind the scenes at the
Australian Maritime College.
University of Tasmania, Cradle Coast
29 NOV - 1 DEC 2017
Come along to the Cradle Coast campus for heaps of hands-on
activities in chemistry, environmental science, agriculture,
engineering and health, come on excursions to see local science in
action, and hear from researchers who are experts in their field.
Northern Territory
Charles Darwin University, Casuarina
Campus
17 - 19 OCT 2017
Activities in Climate, energy, water and food. Exercises and
sports science. Pharmacy, Primary Industries, IT, Allied Health,
water quality, Indigenous land management and sustainable use
of wildlife, spatial science and biodiversity. Engineering, as well
as information and technology.
South Australia
University of Adelaide, Adelaide
12 - 14 DEC 2017
Discover the diverse and amazing career opportunities in both
engineering and science whilst undertaking a wide range of
hands-on activities. Each year is different but some of the
previous activities; Digital Design Experience, making DC
motors, Chromatography and understanding the interactions of
sound waves and many more activities.
Flinders University, Adelaide
6 - 8 DEC 2017
Flinders University welcomes ConocoPhillips Science
Experience students to three days of interactive activities on
campus. Get hands-on in our labs, experience a university style
lecture and be challenged to extend yourself and explore the
amazing world of science and technology.
University of South Australia, Adelaide
28 - 30 NOV 2017
Be exposed to the teaching and research being undertaken in the
areas of science, technology, engineering and health, with a range
of workshops and activities run by our staff and students. See
University life at both the Mawson Lakes and City East campuses,
and see where your interest in STEM subjects can take you.
Who we represent
The ConocoPhillips Science Experience is a
Nationwide STEM outreach program established,
managed and conducted by the The Science
Schools Foundation Incorporated an independent
non-profit association of educationalists,
Rotarians and industrialists.
Our Supporters
ConocoPhillips is the world’s largest independent
E & P company based on production and proved
reserves. Having operations and activities in twenty
countries. www.conocophillips.com
Australian Science Teacher
Association (ASTA)
Promotes the program to schools
and teacher members
Rotary Clubs
• sponsor many students to attend,
• promotes the program to schools,
•participates actively in organising
programs and provides social activities.
Young Scientist of Australia (YSA)
Several hundred YSA members voluntarily
assist the universities and tertiary
institutions in conducting the program
Universities and Tertiary Institutions
• organize and conduct the programs on their campuses
•provide a director and presenters
•provide laboratories and other resources
www.scienceexperience.com.au
03 9756 7534 | PO Box 158, Monbulk,Vic 3793
email: [email protected]