National Science Week
15-23 August 2026
Welcome to National Science Week 2026
Held from 15 to 23 August, National Science Week is Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology. This year’s theme, Seeds of science: Nurturing knowledge for all, invites us to dive deep into discovery and spark curiosity across all ages.
At our College of Engineering, Science and Environment, we’re proud to support this national initiative every year.
Keep an eye on this page to be the first to find out about our 2026 events!
Outreach Programs
Science and Engineering Challenge
See what the SEC team is getting up to this National Science Week.
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SMART Program
Discover how SMART is sparking curiosity all week long.
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Computing, Maths and Technology
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Engineering
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Science and the Environment
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