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National Youth Science Forum visits IBM in Canberra

August 25, 2015 12:10 pm Published by

Students who have attended the National Youth Science Forum were very fortunate to be treated to a visit to IBM’s Linux Development labs in Canberra in July. They learned about the history of the company, and its leading role in some of the key milestones in the development of modern information management systems. They also… Read more

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NYSF alumni awarded 2016 Tuckwell Scholarships

August 25, 2015 12:05 pm Published by

The 2016 Tuckwell Scholarships have been announced with eight out of the 25 finalists alumni of the National Youth Science Forum. To be eligible for a Tuckwell Scholarship, students must attain an ATAR of 95 and above, have proven academic potential and achievements, demonstrate the Tuckwell Scholar attributes and a desire to give back to… Read more

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Tanzina Kazi, NYSF 2014 Alumna at Monash University

August 25, 2015 12:00 pm Published by

Tanzina Kazi attended the NYSF in 2014 and comes from Mildura in regional Victoria. In 2015, she started at Monash University, doing a Bachelor of Surgery/Bachelor of Medicine. “Year 12 exams are done, results are out and you’ve left behind the high school world. All of a sudden everything you’ve grown to know and love… Read more

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Rio Tinto’s support for ATSI students at NYSF 2015

August 25, 2015 11:55 am Published by

Four students from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island backgrounds were supported by Rio Tinto to attend the National Youth Science Forum in January 2015. Sarah from Western Australia, Thane from Queensland, Connor from the Northern Territory and Bronte from New South Wales, all immersed themselves in the program. Each of the students has diverse interests… Read more

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Hannah Worsley, NYSF 2015 Alumna, is Lions Youth of the Year in Public Speaking

August 25, 2015 11:50 am Published by

Alumna Hannah Worsley has won the national final of the Lions Youth of the Year trophy for best public speaker. To reach the national final, Hannah had to win club, regional, district then state finals. “Winning the public speaking competition was an incredible feeling, because the other competitors are truly talented people, said Hannah, 2015… Read more

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What happens on an NYSF lab visit at ANU’s Research School of Biology?

August 25, 2015 11:45 am Published by

In January 2015, NYSF students donned their lab coats, focused their microscopes, and honed their pipetting skills in an attempt to diagnose what ailed recently returned tourist, Meng … Meng is an intrepid traveller with a love of languages who has recently returned from backpacking through South East Asia. She spent much of her time… Read more

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Everything you need to know about Uni of Queensland for science, engineering, and a whole lot more

August 25, 2015 11:40 am Published by

UQ Future Students Contact Centre Our contact centre team are here to help with your students enquiries about programs, courses, key dates and general information about UQ.  For information, contact:  Phone: (07) 3346 9872 Email: ask@uq.edu.au UQ Sporting Scholarships – nominations close 31 October 2015 The University of Queensland and UQ Sport offer outstanding sporting facilities and… Read more

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Monash University exploding science career myths

August 25, 2015 11:35 am Published by

Monash University will bust some of the common myths that exist around science-related careers by hosting a conference for students and their parents in years 10-12. Alumni and current students will provide insight into a range of topics: Study strategies and resources to help students achieve their VCE goals and objectives How to tackle the… Read more

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What’s happening at UNSW?

August 25, 2015 11:30 am Published by

UNSW Science Open Day: Learn, Explore, Discover – Saturday 5 September 2015 If you have a curious mind, want to learn from world-renowned researchers and need a degree that is relevant to current issues, look no further than Science at UNSW. UNSW offers a wide range of undergraduate science degrees including flexible programs that allow… Read more

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