Experiment Fest
For the more than 20 years, the University of Newcastle has been working with local high schools to provide authentic, engaging, and hands-on experiences for HSC students.
For those studying Stage 6 Science, Experiment Fest is the chance to improve laboratory skills and use specialised equipment that isn't readily available in regular classrooms, while conducting experiments that directly relate to the HSC syllabus in the areas of;
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Earth and Environmental Science
- Physics
2025 Dates
We are thrilled to welcome you and your students in 2025! Our sessions will be held at both the Ourimbah and Callaghan campuses during June:
Week 16th June (Mon-Thu) - Ourimbah Campus (Central Coast)
Week 23rd June (Mon-Fri) - Callaghan Campus (Newcastle)
To stay informed on future events, please register to join our STEM Teacher Database here.
Check out these highlights from 2024:
A taste of uni life in our science labs
Students in our labs (and ponds) for Experiment Fest
2025 Handbooks
We kindly ask that you bring along a printed copy of the handbook for each of your students on the day.
2025 Risk Assessments
Your safety is our priority. Please refer to the below risk assessment for each experiment.
If you have any questions, please contact us at experiment-fest@newcastle.edu.au
The University of Newcastle would like to thank Orica for financially supporting Experiment Fest 2025 through their Community Investment Program. Their investment in the future of our region's students continues to promote the value of education and lifelong learning.
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.