Providing award-winning STEM outreach programs, events and experiences to all
Science on the GO! is the premiere STEM outreach facilitator of Griffith University. Science on the GO! aims to bring dynamic and engaging science shows, events, programs and teaching resources by providing primary and secondary school staff and students access to Griffith’s innovative STEM facilities, resources and expertise.
Find out more about our award-winning STEM outreach programs, science shows, on-campus experiences, upcoming events, STEM Ambassador Program and Pathways to University.
Sustainable Development Goals
Griffith University is aligned with the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and is committed to fostering quality education and gender equality, ensuring that education empowers all, regardless of gender, to reach their full potential.
Sustainable Development Goals
Griffith University is aligned with the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and is committed to providing inclusive, equitable, and quality education for all.
Science shows
A dynamic and highly engaging feast of science. The Science on the GO! show encourages student participation and engagement with the Australian Curriculum: Science, through a series of mind-blowing moments. An ideal way to introduce a new unit or consolidate student learning. Demonstrations duration can be tailored to suit class timetables etc.
2024 Calendar of Events
Upcoming events
Science and Engineering Challenges
04 Jun 2024 9 am – 05 Jun 2024 3 pm
Griffith Science Education Alliance in partnership with Rotary hosts four Science and Engineering...
Science and Engineering Challenges - Primary School Event
06 Jun 2024 9 am – 07 Jun 2024 2.30 pm
Griffith University will be hosting the PRIMARY school Science and Engineering Challenges on the 6...
Science and Engineering Challenges
12 Jun 2024 9 am – 13 Jun 2024 3 pm
Griffith Science Education Alliance in partnership with Rotary hosts four Science and Engineering...
Gold Coast Schools Science Competition
02 Sep 2024 8 am – 05 Sep 2024 3 pm
The Gold Coast Science Competition aims to raise the profile of STEM and encourages students to...
STEM Ambassador program
Sign up to work closely with the Griffith Science Education Alliance to form a student leadership STEM team. Together we will develop an individual strategic plan tailored to your school and specifically designed to engage students and your school community in STEM.
Academic Bootcamps
Year 12 students can register their interest to attend the Academic Bootcamps! Ensure you don't miss out!
Please follow the link to find out more about the Maths Methods, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology or Biology Academic Bootcamps.
STEM Squad - applications open now
We are seeking current Griffith University students who have a passion for Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics and would enjoy engaging with local school students and members of the public through science-related, hands-on activities.
The Science on the GO! STEM Squad provides a fantastic opportunity to get experience delivering fun, engaging, hands-on programs to primary and secondary school students in the fields of Science, Technology Engineering, and Maths (STEM).
Register your interest here to become a member of the STEM Squad with Griffith University's award-winning Science Outreach Team!
Science Competition
Showcase a passion for STEM and provide a valuable experience for your students.
The Gold Coast Schools Science Competition aims to raise the profile of STEM in our community and encouraged students to demonstrate their STEM abilities by entering a project into one of five categories. The competition is the largest of its type in Queensland and the competition is fierce with over 500 entries received in 2023.
Registrations open mid 2024.
‘Beverley and Jock McIlwain Award for Excellence in Science’
The ‘Beverley and Jock McIlwain Award for Excellence in Science’ is awarded to students and a teacher who have demonstrated outstanding achievements and enthusiasm in Science throughout the year.
We are inviting nominations from schools for the following student awards:
- First Nations STEM Student Excellence Award ($50 Prize)
- Women in STEM Student Excellence Award ($50 Prize)
- Student of STEM Excellence Award ($50 Prize)
- Teacher of STEM Excellence Award ($500 Prize).
Nominations open Term 3 2024
Cutting Edge Professional Learning Day
The Cutting Edge for Teachers Professional Learning Day aims to provide engaging lectures and workshops by Griffith University academics, research scientists and science leaders to explore current developments in science, technology, engineering and mathematics while enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes in a classroom setting.
The Cutting Edge for Teachers event will occur on 3 December 2024 at Griffith University's Gold Coast campus.
Science and Engineering Challenge Day 2021
The Primary Science and Engineering Challenge Day 2021 held at Parkridge State High School engaged over 250 primary students in science and engineering activities.
Griffith shines at World Science Festival 2017
Griffith University was a proud sponsor of the 2017 World Science Festival Brisbane, held from March 22–26. Here is a wrap-up of all the highlights including Science on the GO! engaging the community via the Festivals' Street Science component, and Griffith University experts addressing a range of issues on stages throughout the festival.