The Science Experience
The Science Experience is a national program that encourages students in Years 9 to consider science, engineering and technology as interesting and worthwhile subject and career choices.
The programs are essentially 3 days of hands-on science fun and activities in laboratories, short interactive lectures in lecture theatres from prominent scientists such as Dr Fiona Wood (2005 Australian of the Year) and the Sleekest Geek himself, Dr Karl Kruszelnicki and most programs include a visit to a local research/industry site. Each program provides information on possible careers and future study opportunities.
Almost 3,000 places are available and conducted in approximately 36 university campuses and tertiary institutions throughout Australia each year including Hobart and Launceston.
The Science Experience has received in the past, generous financial sponsorship from Siemens Ltd when it was known as The Siemens Science Experience. The program continues to have the support and encouragement from Siemens and also, from the national and state Science Teachers Associations, the Young Scientists of Australia and the participating universities and tertiary institutions.
Application forms are sent to schools in May of each year. Student application forms [along with a letter of support from the school] are forwarded to their local Rotary Club. New Generations Directors are encouraged to contact their local High Schools to ensure students are aware of Rotary’s involvement and particularly that, although Rotary sponsored students have preference, places fill very quickly. Information packs will be sent to clubs in late April, early May.
This is a non-residential program but assistance can be offered in special situations of extended travel through the utilization of university college accommodation. Cost: $105 per student.
Program dates: January 2011 Venues, University campuses Hobart and Launceston Closing daes: 30th October
Application can be made online or by downloading a form. Apply online or Download an application form
More information at http://www.scienceexperience.com.au/
Note that Rotary sponsored students are given priority when placements are allocated; - a standby list is operated once the schools become full, but there is no guarantee these students will get a place;
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