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Program Details

  • Year 7 – 10
  • Unlimited Students
  • Timing Negotiable
  • Onsite 
  • Online/In School

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Curriculum Focus

  • Science
  • Humanities
  • Mathematics
  • English
  • Critical & Creative Thinking
  • Ethical

Technical and Personal Skills

Scientific inquiry, prototyping, design, problem solving, collaboration, communication

 

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The Peter Doherty Science Award was established in 2009 as a joint initiative of the Committee for Ballarat and Australian Nobel Prize laureate Professor Peter Doherty.

Open to students in Year 7 to Year 10 in Ballarat and regional western Victoria, the annual award encourages:

  • Scientific thought and activity, inspiring students to investigate everyday issues by undertaking experimental research using the scientific method.
  • Scientific communication, requiring students to present their findings in scientific poster format and for finalists, at an in person presentation event.

The Award offers three prizes with a combined value of over $2,000 and is structured to enable students to participate as part of their school curriculum, or to enter independently with their peers.

Click the button below to access all the competition details, including judging criteria, closing date, and the submission point.

Competition Details

Students will

  • Demonstrate the application of the Scientific Method
  • Develop written and verbal communication skills
  • Enhance their Science Inquiry skills
Program Support

Help prepare your students for success by booking Questions in Science to provide inspiration for investigations and further refine their scientific inquiry skills.

Questions in Science
Program Support

Help prepare your students for success by booking PDSA Masterclass to provide inspiration for investigations and further refine their scientific inquiry skills.

PDSA Masterclass