STEM Sparks | National Science Week
STEM Sparks: Igniting Girls’ Futures in the Built Environment
Ever wondered who decides what gets built where? Or how someone knows exactly how much concrete to order for a new footpath?
Welcome to STEM Sparks – a hands-on, curiosity-fuelled National Science Week event where girls and their families can discover real jobs in construction and the built environment.
Event Details
Saturday 15 August 2026
10:00am – 12:00pm
School of Architecture and Built Environment (BSC Building), Callaghan Campus
What’s On:
- STEM Story Circles (11:00am) – Chat with women working as design managers, project managers, quantity surveyors, engineers and more
- Drop-in Activity Stations – Try out real-life tasks: sequence a project, estimate materials, spot building fails and crack cost mysteries
- STEM Mythbusters Challenge – Bust common myths about girls in STEM
- Sparks Scavenger Hunt – Connect with other Open Day activities across campus to win a reward pack (including a free book!)
- “Day in the Life” Video Series – Peek into real careers across the built environment
This free, family-friendly event is part of National Science Week celebrations. Whether you like building things, solving puzzles, organising chaos or dreaming big — there’s a future for you in STEM!
Click here to register and ignite your curiosity.
This event is aimed at primary and high school students.
To view the University’s full National Science Week event schedule, visit www.newcastle.edu.au/national-science-week.
Event Information
- Date: Saturday 15 August 2026 from 10:00am - Saturday 15 August 2026 until 12:00pm
- Room: School of Architecture and Built Environment (BSC Building)
- Campus: Newcastle (Callaghan)
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.