Astrophysics school programs
Launch your students into the mind-blowing world of astronomy with our school-focused events and activities.
Our astronomers from theCentre for Astrophysics and Supercomputingare regularly hosting events and activities for Victorian school students. These provide an opportunity for students to learn the science of the galaxy in a highly engaging and entertaining way.
AstroTours
Be amazed by 3D movies and animations of our ever-expanding universe.
AstroTours educate audiences about astronomy using innovative virtual reality technologies developed by Swinburne's Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing.
They are hosted by professional astronomers who can adapt the content to the requirements and learning outcomes of the audience.
AstroTours are suitable for both primary and secondary students.
Find out more about ourAstroTours.
Swinburne Youth Space Innovation Challenge
Supported by the Australian Space Agency and SmartSat CRC, this 11-week program is for secondary students from Year 10 and up. The special 'Space Applications' micro-unit teaches students how to research and design an experiment for space.
Working with Swinburne mentors, student teams will develop their own experiment concept and pitch it to a panel of experts. The top three submissions will have the opportunity to launch their experiment to the International Space Station!
There is still much to learn when it comes to the microgravity environment. How will organisations like NASA support astronauts as they travel to the Moon, and beyond to Mars? Your students can contribute to this important area of research while developing STEM skills.
Bonus ATAR boost
To recognise their achievements, Year 11 students that successfully complete Stage II of the program in 2022 will receive an ATAR adjustment of two aggregate points when they apply to study with Swinburne.
This national program has already successfully launched five teams' projects into space. Now it could be your school’s turn! The challenge will launch in Term 2.
有关更多信息,莎拉Webb博士和联系team atspacechallenge@swinburne.edu.au.
Public astronomy lectures
Every month, we hold a public lecture to highlight the most recent advances in astronomy and astrophysics.
No matter your age or level of knowledge, you’re sure to find these incredibly fascinating.
Past topics have included:
- How old is the universe?
- How are stars born?
Learn about ourupcoming public astronomy lectures.
The neverending story of a star
20 September 2019
Like humans, stars often live their long lives in pairs, called binaries. At the end of their lives, they experience drastic transformations, rather than simply ending, and these transformations greatly affect their companions. This lecture takes you on a journey of the many lives (and spectacular deaths/rebirths) of a massive star with a lighter companion star.
VCE Physics Big Bang Show
If your VCE physics students are looking to see complex physics theory in action, don’t miss our 60-minute VCE Physics Big Bang Show.
We’ll take them through the VCE Physics curriculum (Units 1 and 2) with live, interactive demonstrations of physics concepts and misconceptions.
他们会看到白炽灯变成plasma balls, photonic fibres optically switched by honey and much more.
For more information and bookings, contactugteam@swinburne.edu.au.
OzGrav Mission Gravity incursions
Take a trip in virtual reality to study the stars!
Your students will use the laws of physics and the freedom of virtual reality to learn about how stars change over time and the tools scientists can use to study stars.
This 90-minute incursion is suited for students in Years 7–12 and aligns with standards in the Australian Curriculum.
It costs A$10.00 per student.
For more information visit theOzGrav websiteor contact Jackie Bondell atjbondell@swinburne.edu.au.
Want more information about what we do?
Our astronomers also run additional activities for Victorian school students, such as talks at schools. To learn more about our astrophysics school program or what we can offer you, email us atcontact@astro.swin.edu.auor visit theCentre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing.