Information Sessions & Activities

Capacity: 30
Duration: 60 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 11 and above

Many of the resources in our natural world are over used. This is exacerbated when they are shared across international borders. In this activity, students will use the example of international fisheries to discover why sharing matters and how big the problem actually is.

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 60-90 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 11 and above

Gain an understanding into how businesses can redefine problems and use creative processes to generate numerous potential solutions. Centred around empathy and understanding the customer to improve their experience and satisfaction, design thinking is fast becoming a desired soft skill sought by employers. Experience the challenge of design thinking for yourself! Learn more about the overall concept through hands-on
activities in this lively workshop.

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 45-60 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 11 and above

Ever wondered what it could be like to work on Wall Street? In this fun and interactive session, students will get a chance to buy and sell hypothetical options. With input from new feeds, colleagues and market reactions, students can try their luck in the stock market.

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 45 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Years 10 - 12

Dive into the world of corporate design with our "Image and Brand" workshop, where students explore the strategic choices behind major brands using the COMPONENTS acronym. Uncover the secrets to creating a compelling brand image that resonates with audiences and drives success.

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 45 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Years 8 - 10

In this workshop participants go on a journey through the evolution of marketing, from traditional print and TV advertisements to the realm of pervasive and influential digital marketing strategies. Through interactive discussions and real-world examples, attendees gain valuable insights into the shifting landscape of advertising, exploring the impact of social media, targeted browsing, and innovative techniques that define the modern marketing era.

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 60 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 11 and above

Learn about the applications of matching in labour markets, higher education and love! Students will solve the stable matching problem using simple algorithms, and discover how a stable match can be formulated.

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 45 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Years 9 - 12

Unleash your entrepreneurial spirit in our new innovation and entrepreneurship workshop, where students analyze market trends and supply-demand dynamics to craft compelling product pitches. Master the art of persuasion and innovation to turn ideas into successful business ventures.

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Capacity: 25
Duration: 60 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 11 and above

Have fun playing a simple interactive decision game, but you'll soon be exposed to the economics of cooperation vs. competition with your classmates. Learn how the right balance can help with decision-making for the major challenges we face in a united world. Discover the role that economics plays and how it can be a positive force for change.

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 45 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 9 and above

Discover the vital role that Public Health plays in promoting community well-being and preventing disease. In this session, students will explore topics such as epidemiology, health promotion, and healthcare disparities. Students will participate in hands-on activities and group discussions to have a hand a being at a Public Health expert. The workshop is an opportunity to explore the diverse and rewarding field of Public Health, empowering you to make a positive impact on the health of individuals and communities. Don't miss out on this eye-opening introduction to public health!

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 60 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 10 - 11

In this engaging workshop, students will explore the intricacies of chest pain assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Our medicine students will demystify the mysteries of cardiac health, discussing common causes of chest pain, while emphasising the importance of timely medical intervention. Through interactive demonstrations and discussions, participants will gain valuable insights into the tools and techniques used by doctors to care for patients experiencing chest pain.

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 60 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 10 and above

Students will cover fundamentals of dentistry as they navigate the intricate landscape of tooth anatomy. In this engaging session, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the importance of oral hygiene and the impact it has on overall health. From the roots to the crowns, explore the secrets behind a healthy smile and learn the essential dexterity skills required for precision in dental care. Brush up on brilliance together!
 

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 60 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 10 and above

This workshop delves into various occupation types,  assistive devices, and key concepts that elevate the quality of daily living. Join our current students for an interactive experience where students will learn to wield the tools of occupational therapy, unlocking the secrets to crafting a life of fulfillment, purpose, and well-being. 
 

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Capacity: 20
Duration: 45-60 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 10 and above

Come to the state-of-the art Dental Simulation Clinic and participate in a range of hands-on interactive activities. These include: making alginate impressions/study models, evaluating sugar/acid content of foods/drinks, and investigating teeth (form and function). Students will meet passionate and award winning staff and students from the Adelaide Dental School and find out about careers in oral health and dentistry.

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Capacity: Flexible
Duration: 30-40 minutes
Location: Your School, North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 10 and above

The Medicine Information Session provides students with an insight into key components of the University of Adelaide's medicine program, including the student and learning experience, teaching facilities, placements and career outcomes. Entry requirements are also covered to provide students with a comprehensive overview of the application process.

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Capacity: 25
Duration: 45 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 9 and above

Unlock the secrets of the mind as students explore topics like cognitive processes, social norms and memory formation in this interactive workshop. Students will expand their understanding of the complexities of the human mind and gain practical insights into improving memory and overall well-being. Join us for an enlightening and thought-provoking experience!

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Capacity: 25
Duration: 45 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 10 and above

This presentation provides information about study options in the area of health and medical sciences, the entry requirements and explores potential careers in health.

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 60 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 10 and above

In this interactive session, students will uncover the marvels of the human body's mobility system and the role of physiotherapists in restoring and optimising it. Explore how physiotherapy impacts diverse areas, from aiding athletes in peak performance to nurturing the development of children and ensuring graceful ageing. Led by current students, this hands-on experience will ignite curiosity, offering valuable insights into potential career paths and the profound impact physiotherapy has on enhancing lives. 
 

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Capacity: 20
Duration: 45-60 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 10 and above

Nursing is considered a hands-on profession and the rewards nurses gain from looking after people stretch far beyond just ‘helping’ them. Whether supporting care in people’s homes, hospitals or out in the community, your compassion will be valuable in maintaining your patients’ quality of life; and in return, you will share significant moments in their lives. Clinical placement is a major part of the Bachelor of Nursing degree and we teach you many communication and practical skills in the simulation centre before you go out on placement.This session will give you the opportunity to talk to staff about the Bachelor of Nursing requirements, as well as gain insight into some of the skills you will be required to perform as a student nurse.*

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Capacity: 25
Duration: 45-60 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 10 and above

Come and learn about what can go wrong with the human body. Explore what diseases such as heart attacks, strokes and cancer actually look like in a human body by looking at real human pathological specimens in the Vernon-Roberts Anatomy and Pathology Museum. Students will gain a great insight into the causes and complications of such diseases and the areas of anatomy, pathology and physiology. This session will also give students the opportunity to talk with some of our Health and Medical Sciences academics and learn more about the Bachelor of Health and Medical Sciences degree, our research and much, much more!

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Capacity: Varies
Duration: 45 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus, your school
Year levels: Varies

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 45 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 9  - 10

Delve into the fascinating world of anthropology and learn how this field can open doors to a deeper understanding of our global community.

In this workshop, students will learn about everything from the behaviors and cultures that form our society and truly make us human, to how to be a social science researcher, and even the surprising relationship between custard tarts and good hair!

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 45 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 9 and above

Whether we realize it or not, politics is ingrained into our everyday society and is far more than just political leaders and fancy meetings. In this session, students will form groups and create their own countries, then discuss real world situations from the point of view of their own countries and reflect on how they mirror the real world.

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 45 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 9 - 12

Step into the shoes of international lawyers in our Legal Studies: Courtroom Clash workshop, where students engage in mock trials to gain hands-on experience with global legal studies, in a simplified and digestible format. Develop critical thinking and advocacy skills while navigating complex legal scenarios.

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 45 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 8 and above

What is community development? What makes a community? Would we be able to survive without shopping centres, roads, public transport or clean water? Is poverty something that we can eliminate? If so, how? Explore these issues and more through this deep dive into international development and learn how you can make a difference in our changing world.

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 45 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Years 10 - 12

In this workshop, students will delve into the captivating history of the Cold War era, actively exploring the concept of Mutually Assured Destruction (MAD) through interactive activities, thought-provoking discussions, and immersive simulations. Through this unique experience, participants gain a deeper understanding of the geopolitical tensions, nuclear arms race, and the delicate balance of power that defined this pivotal period in world history.

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 60 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 10 and above

You’ve landed your dream job: policy advisor to the Australian Government. What advice will you give? What priorities do you need to consider? Discuss, debate, and reflect on what you would do if you had the power to create change.

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The University of Adelaide’s STEM Academy is an outreach program for students in Years 8-12 who are passionate about science, technology, engineering, and maths.

The University of Adelaide’s Energy, Mining & Resources School Outreach (EMRSO) program is a new outreach offering to excite students about the diverse range of careers in the energy, mining and resources industry and the role this sector is playing in our transition to a low carbon economy.

Teachers can find interactive workshops aligned to the Australian Curriculum and on-campus events to enable students to discover the emerging careers in the energy, mining and resources sector at the link below.

EMRSO

Engineers Without Borders' University of Adelaide chapter runs humanitarian engineering workshops to engage students in real-world problem solving and promote careers in STEM. 

Engineers Without Borders

Capacity: 30
Year levels: 7 - 10
Duration: 45 min

In this workshop, students will learn about the ins and outs of artificial intelligence, machine learning and adaptive language models through the use of an interactive activity using ChatGPT. Students will learn the pros and cons of AI/ChatGPT and where it will likely go in the future.

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Capacity: 30 max
Year levels: 9 - 11
Duration: 45 min
Study area (s): Psychology, Biology, Veterinary Sciences

Whether it’s at home or in the workplace, animals are an important part of our lives. They can be trained to behave in certain ways and to perform specific tasks, but how can we effectively train them when they can’t talk back? Delve into the world of animal psychology and discover the complexities of shaping behaviours to achieved desired outcomes.

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Capacity: 30
Year levels: 8-10
Duration: 45 min

In this workshop, students will be provided a brief insight into what’s involved in being a Civil and Structural Engineer. The session will focus on the design and construction of a cantilever crane and will cover a range of topics related to the design, analysis and construction of cranes and cantilever structures. Students will have the opportunity to put their newly built crane through its paces while reviewing the engineering process to adapt and improve their structure.

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Capacity: 30
Year levels: 9-10
Duration: 45 min

What is your favourite food or drink smell and does it remind you of anything? To understand what we taste, we first need to know how we taste. In this workshop, students will learn what senses to use for descriptive analysis and how we research flavour and aroma on a chemical level.

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Capacity: 20
Duration: 50 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 10 and above

Water is one of our most precious resources.  How do we find groundwater using seismic methods?  Geophysicists generate micro-earthquakes using a sledgehammer and measure the passage of waves though the Earth.  Waves travel five times faster in water than in air, so we can find where water lies in the soil beneath our feet. 

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Capacity: 20
Duration: 50 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 10 and above

Geophysicists explore the composition and dynamic processes operating within the solid Earth and fluid exterior by exploiting physical fields that can be remotely sensed. Variations in gravity are used to explore for petroleum and mineral resources, monitor groundwater changes, locate faults, and monitor volcanoes. In this activity, students will measure relative changes in gravity experienced at the Earth’s surface as a result of variations in the density of rocks underfoot using a gravimeter. Students will also look at different  rocks samples and measure their magnetic properties.

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 45 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 9 - 11

Have you ever looked up to the sky at night and wondered if we could live up there? Let us take you on a physics trip through the universe and stop off at some of the places we could or could not go on holiday, look at the viability of Earth analogue planets we could one day inhabit, and discuss possible jobs involved in settling on a new planet.

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Capacity: 20
Duration: 50 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 10 and above

Get an introduction to AAS spectroscopy and see a spectrophotometer in action.
This activity can be extended to include What's in our Water? activity.

* Subject to presenter availability.

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Capacity: 30
Year levels: 8 - 10
Duration: 45 - 50 min

Give your students an introduction to the world of coding with our brand new Sphero Mini Kits. Our STEM communicators will guide students through short, fun activities to program the Sphero gyroscopic robots in real time!

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 50 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 8-9

To ensure that foods do not contain more than the regulation amounts of additives, residues and contaminants, analytical methods have been developed to determine the nature and concentration of chemicals in food products. One of these analytical methods is chromatography. Students will be introduced to this technique by using it to separate food colourings and the natural components of spinach.

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Capacity: 20
Duration: 30 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 10 and above

For most compounds, the presence of impurities causes a marked decrease in the melting point and/or a broadening of the melting point range.
Pure compounds have a defined melting point and/or a narrow melting point range.
In this activity, a melting point will determine if the provided substance is pure or impure.

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Capacity: 24 max
Year levels: 10 and above
Duration: 50 min

In this workshop, students explore the basic concepts of mycology and mushroom cultivation, including sterilising equipment, pasteurising growth substrate and combining substrate with the mycelial hyphae. Groups will finish with a take-home, ready-to-fruit mushroom spawn block that will produce edible Oyster Mushrooms in 4-6 weeks!

Please note: This activity can only be run at our North Terrace campus.

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Capacity: 15
Duration: 30 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 10 and above

Visit the University's campus observatory, and learn about how even though it is in the middle of a city, it still contributes to astrophysical research and gives opportunities to our students to learn about imaging, photometry and spectroscopy.

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Capacity: 20
Duration: 2 hours
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Years 8-10

There really is more than meets the eye, but how can we see it? We are developing systems to see beyond the visible from space, to help in areas of science such as environmental monitoring, asset management and bushfire prevention. This workshop demonstrates the process and application of satellite hyperspectral imaging (and explains what those words mean) with hands on activities and interactive discussions about space, the environment and pathways to getting involved in the space industry.

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 60 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Years 8-10

Learn why studying plants is so important. Discover the cellular structure of plants and view cells within walls through pre-prepared microscope slides. Students will section, stain and view their own fresh plant tissue.

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Capacity: 30
Year levels: 7 - 8
Duration: 45 min

Exploring aerospace engineering and space science, this exciting activity gets students hands on, learning about the basic science and engineering principles in rocketry. Putting this knowledge
to the test, students are then challenged to design, build and launch small scale rockets competing for the best design.

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 60 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 10 and above

Waves are everywhere; we see them with sound, light, earthquakes even in space-time. The interaction of waves with objects, and even waves themselves, impact so much of the world we live in.

This workshop includes a range of activities, such as: creating waves which travel through materials, focusing sound waves to eavesdrop on whispered conversations, sound waves travelling in flammable gasses, and light interacting with itself to measure some of the smallest objects in the Universe.

These activities are really good for giving students the opportunity to “see” waves in action in a whole lot of different situations.

* Subject to presenter availability.

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Capacity: 15-30
Duration: 45-60 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 9 and above

Have you ever wondered what military submarines actually do at sea? How they work and what the crew members are living onboard?

In the Episode I, this workshop will first immerse you in an Australian submarine on a mission.

Then, in Episode II,  we will ask silly questions on submarines… on top of yours:

• What are they for?
• Are they complicated and why?
• Are submarines only for men?
• Why is there red light sometimes on submarines
• Can we see outside?
• How do you find your way underwater?
• Do submarines remain all the time submerged in a mission?
• Where is the power coming from in a submarine? What about Internet?
• What skills do you need to design and maintain a submarine?

The Episode III will see students play a serious board game to design a submarine whilst balancing her against different laws of physics.

The post credit scene will reveal the answer of a mystery component functionality for submarines with which the students would have the session to touch and interact with.

* Subject to presenter availability.

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 60 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 9 and above

Microscopy in its many forms, is the single most powerful technique available to view cells and bacteria. People skilled in microscopy are sought after to work in both clinical and research laboratories.

In this laboratory exercise, heat-fixed smears of yoghurt culture are stained to reveal the bacteria used to produce commercially available yoghurt. Since bacteria are typically not visible to the naked eye, a compound light microscope is used to view the cell morphology of the bacteria. When viewed using oil immersion at 1000 x total magnification, the size and shape of the stained bacteria is easily seen.

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Capacity: 30
Duration: 30-45 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 11 and above

Did you know water in our environment contains metals, and some of these are essential for a healthy environment while other are not? In this activity, students will use an atomic absorption spectrophotometer to see how chemists determine the levels of metals in water samples, including drinking water and runoff from a local mine. Feel free to ask about bringing along your own water samples too!

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Capacity: 20
Duration: 30 minutes
Location: North Terrace Campus
Year levels: Year 10 and above

Everyone recognises spinach by its vivid green leaves, but have you ever stopped to think why they are green? Is it just green chlorophylls or does it also contain other natural components like carotenes and xanthophylls? How would you separate out this mixture to identify what is present? Luckily chemistry has the answer!
Students will use the technique of thin layer chromatography to determine just how many components there are in a spinach leaf extract.

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Capacity: 30
Year levels: 10 & 11
Duration: 45 - 55 min

This workshop is a unique opportunity for students to learn concepts in the areas of zoology, evolutionary biology and taxonomy, through an interactive, challenging exercise where students will work in small groups and engage with our museum-quality sets of real animal specimens (preserved in resin to allow handling from all angles) to determine their evolutionary relatedness and build their own phylogenetic tree. Prizes on offer for the winning group!

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