The Chamber of Minerals and Energy of Western Australia (CME) has partnered with the nation’s science agency, CSIRO, to conduct an analysis of community attitudes towards mining in the South West region of Western Australia. This gives communities an opportunity to express their views and experiences about mining activity that occurs alongside them, helping to inform industry and how they…
The Indigenous STEM Awards recognise, reward and celebrate the achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and scientists who are studying and working in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) field, as well as the integral role schools, teachers and mentors have in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in pursuing STEM education and careers. The awards…
In 2019 ECU will begin the delivery of a Bachelor of Science (Environmental Management and Conservation Biology) from the Bunbury campus. This degree is going to be delivered flexibly using a combination of online delivery with student support, tutorials and research activities provided face to face from local scientists working from the Bunbury campus. Download more information below.
Find out all the great events in the South West for National Science Week 11-19th August Events
As part of this year’s National Science Week and in partnership with CCIWA, Kleenheat and CSBP, the Innovation Institute has launched the WA Innovation Day Schools Challenge. This challenge provides the opportuity for WA school students in both primary and secondary schools, to create an innovation that helps solve a problem within the community. Schools are encouraged to host their…
National Youth Science Forum – Inspiring Australia’s leading young scientists. Ideal for young people with a passion for science, students in years 11 and 12. Scholarships available. Applications close on 31 May – eek! that’s tomorrow! Click here to apply: https://www.nysf.edu.au/what-we-do/how-to-apply/?mc_cid=7b1b0454c4&mc_eid=7f418261f1
Ocean, Waterways and Landscapes: STEM* in Action Science Conference 2016 October 20 @ 9:00 am – October 21 @ 4:00 pm Sanctuary Golf Resort, 100 Old Coast Road, Pelican Point, Bunbury, Western Australia. On Day 1 guest speakers covered topics on the origin and nature of our South West region, our seas and landscapes, the biodiversity we inherit, and the science…
The South West Science Council, based in the South West region of W.A. and our primary biodiversity hotspot, celebrated its first year of activity in fostering community engagement with science and STEM education with a half–day Symposium on the climate pressures in the region, on its principal natural resources, business activities and social challenges. Professor Adrian Egan FTSE, Chair of…