Find your STEM passion at an NYSF STEM Hub
Excited about STEM? If you’re a Year 10, 11, or 12 student in Australia, the NYSF STEM Hubs are your chance to explore real-world STEM pathways and careers in an exciting, hands-on way. STEM Hubs will be held in April and July 2026. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date and be the first to know when applications open!
Eligibility
If you are a year 10, year 11 or year 12 student in 2025 in Australia with an interest in STEM, we welcome you to the NYSF STEM Hubs!
The National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) STEM Hubs are designed to give students a broader understanding of the diverse study and career options available in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and to encourage continued studies in these fields.
What is a STEM Hub?
A STEM Hub is a non-residential STEM experience where you can connect with STEM pathways and careers around Australia. You’ll join exclusive behind-the-scenes experiences typically inaccessible to the public and connect with STEM professionals—a crucial networking opportunity for your future.
Whether you’re passionate about robotics, biomedicine, astronomy, biology, or anything in between, there’s a STEM Hub waiting to show you what a STEM career is really like!
Participants have the opportunity to:
- participate in tours of science and technology facilities,
- learn about cutting-edge research,
- engage with industry partners and research providers,
- learn about university, training and STEM career pathways,
- mix with other like-minded students from all over Australia, and
- attend social activities.
NYSF reserves the right to refuse the enrolment of any Participant if the Participant does not meet the eligibility guidelines, due to operational reasons, or where the Participant has previously breached NYSF’s Codes of Conduct.
Program fee
Program fee: $50
Keen to attend but need support with the program fee? Please reach out to nysf@nysf.edu.au.
Interested in registering a larger group for tickets? Please contact us at nysf@nysf.edu.au.
The fee covers all programmed visits and activities. Transport to and from the STEM Hub, as well as individual visits and any required accommodation, are the responsibility of the attendee. Students from outer metro, regional and rural areas, and interstate may choose to stay with friends or family or organise their own accommodation nearby in order to attend the day visits; however, this is not a requirement. Participants are encouraged to view the program and ensure they can travel to the visit locations.
Supervision
Participants will be supervised by Student Staff Leaders, Rotary volunteers, and members of the NYSF Corporate Team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I attend a STEM Hub in a different state from where I live?
Yes! You will need to arrange your own travel and accommodation.
Can I attend more than one STEM Hub?
Yes! You can attend as many STEM Hubs as you want.
Can I buy STEM visit tickets individually?
No. The STEM Hub program fee covers all programmed days of the Hub.
