Physics Outreach
Outreach Programs
Programs run by the School include:
- in-school and on-campus demonstration lectures for primary and secondary schools (MUPPETS, WARP).
- enrichment studies for secondary school students (Physics Gymnasium, STARS program)
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resources for science teachers
Please refer to the WARP website for further details on upcoming events, shows, photo gallery and news.
Programs run by the University include:
- University of Melbourne Extension Program (UMEP) in which secondary students may take 1st year university level Physics subjects. More details on the UMEP program...
Related Links
Professional Development
Program for 2009 Focus day.pdf 127.23 kB
Laby Theatre Map.pdf 60.17 kB
Each year, usually in November, the School hosts an In-service day for secondary science/physics teachers. It is designed to keep them aware of developments in physics research and to assist them in keeping them informed regarding the current VCE physics syllabus. Spaces are normally limited so it is best to register as soon as possible.Bookings are closed for 2009.
What: in-service day 2009 – A focus on the new “Study Design” for VCE Physics
When: 13 November 2009 from 9am – 3.30pm
Where: Laby Theatre (see map details above)
How: Return registration form by Friday 30 October 2009
Who: Direct enquiries to Julie Warden (T: 03 8344 5447)
Cost: $99 (includes GST, writing materials, notes and lunch)
VCE Lecture Series in 2010 - FREE!
Lectures have been arranged to assist your students in years 11 and 12 of VCE Physics. The topics are relevant to the VCE Study Design, and practising physicists have agreed to deliver them. The lectures, of about 1 hour duration, will be held on Thursdays at 6 pm in the Laby Theatre of the School of Physics. Some light refreshments will be available. We hope that you will encourage students from your school to attend.
VCE lecture series program 2010.pdf 10.63 kB
July Lectures program
jl2009flyer.pdf 34.96 kB
Our free public lectures on fundamental questions in physics and advances in current research are held every Friday night in July at 8pm. No need to book but we suggest that you come early to secure a seat as these lectures given by our staff are very popular.
See recorded July lectures videos here
The Elizabeth Murdoch building can be found campus building map, reference L20 (building number 134). Parking on-campus costs $5 after 4pm.
Societies
The School of Physics actively encourages women in the undergraduate and postgraduate physics communities …
- Women in School of Physics (under construction)
- AIP Women in Physics
- Physics Student Society
- Physics Postgraduate Student Society