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Laboratory Science Work Experience

This program is designed for Year 10 students who are interested in science, giving them an opportunity to experience laboratory science in a hands-on environment.

Program focus

A weeklong work experience program offered to high-achieving Year 10 students who are passionate about science, preferably in molecular biology/cell science. Students will experience laboratory science in a hands-on and demonstrative environment. The program will include participation in micro-molecular biological techniques, invertebrate and vertebrate biology, chemistry practicals, tracking and mapping using GPS/GIS, ecological survey techniques and more.

Program details

Dates: June 2 - 6 2025
Location: Melbourne Burwood Campus
Capacity: capped at 36 students (up to 4 per school)
Year level: Year 10

Applications

Due to high interest in the program, expressions of interest are now closed - successful applicants will be notified by 4 April.

For more info about our programs and activities, contact our Outreach team.

Get involved

Expressions of interest for our programs and activities can be made by a school representative, such as a career practitioner or year level coordinator/discipline teacher. If you're a secondary student wishing to attend, get in touch with your year level coordinator or teacher.

Email our Outreach Team for more information about our programs and activities.