Providing award-winning STEM outreach programs, events and experiences to all
Science on the GO! is the premiere STEM outreach facilitator of Griffith University. Science on the GO! aims to bring dynamic and engaging science shows, events, programs and teaching resources by providing primary and secondary school staff and students access to Griffith’s innovative STEM facilities, resources and expertise.
Find out more about our award-winning STEM outreach programs, science shows, on-campus experiences, upcoming events, STEM Ambassador Program and Pathways to University.
Science shows
A dynamic and highly engaging feast of science. The Science on the GO! show encourages student participation and engagement with the Australian Curriculum: Science, through a series of mind-blowing moments. An ideal way to introduce a new unit or consolidate student learning. Demonstrations duration can be tailored to suit class timetables etc.
Upcoming events
Science Trivia Challenge (Virtual)
18 Aug 2020 10 am – 18 Aug 2020 11 am
Science on the GO! will host a virtual Primary Division Science Trivia Challenge on Tuesday 18...
Gold Coast Schools Science Competition
07 Sep 2020 8 am – 07 Sep 2020 4 pm
The Gold Coast Science Competition aims to raise the profile of STEM and encourages students to...
Yr 12 Academic Bootcamps
28 Sep 2020 9 am – 02 Oct 2020 5 pm
The 2020 Academic Bootcamps are high-quality courses designed to assist students to achieve their...
POSTPONED - STEM Ambassador Conference/Showcase
28 Oct 2020 9 am – 28 Oct 2020 3 pm
POSTPONED - The STEM Ambassador Conference is the premiere event for Griffith Sciences STEM...
Academic Bootcamps 2020
Registrations NOW OPEN for Year 11 and 12 students to attend the 2020 Academic Bootcamps online or on campus.
Please follow the link to register for your choice of Maths Methods, Chemistry, Physics or Biology Academic Bootcamps.
Science Competition
The 34th annual Gold Coast Science Competition will occur during 7-10 September 2020 and aims to raise the profile of STEM in our community and encourages students to demonstrate their STEM abilities by entering a project into one of five categories.
The competition is the largest of its type in Queensland and the competition was fierce with over 400 entries received in 2019
Cutting Edge Professional Learning Day
The Cutting Edge for Teachers Professional Learning Day aims to provide engaging lectures and workshops by Griffith University academics, research scientists and science leaders to explore current developments in science, technology, engineering and mathematics while enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes in a classroom setting.
Dates for the 2020 event - 30 November (Nathan) and 1 December (Gold Coast).
STEM Ambassador program
Sign up to work closely with the Griffith Science Education Alliance to form a student leadership STEM team. Together we will develop an individual strategic plan tailored to your school and specifically designed to engage students and your school community in STEM.
STEM Squad - applications open now
We are seeking current Griffith University students who have a passion for Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics and would enjoy engaging with local school students and members of the public through science-related, hands-on activities.
The Science on the GO! STEM Squad provides a fantastic opportunity to get experience delivering fun, engaging, hands-on programs to primary and secondary school students in the fields of Science, Technology Engineering, and Maths (STEM).
Register your interest here to become a member of the STEM Squad with Griffith University's award-winning Science Outreach Team!
Griffith shines at World Science Festival 2017
Griffith University was a proud sponsor of the 2017 World Science Festival Brisbane, held from March 22–26. Here is a wrap-up of all the highlights.