STEM Sydney: Innovation, Engineering & Science Educational Tour
Technology, Research, Data & Design in Australia’s Innovation Hub
Tour Overview
The STEM Sydney: Science, Technology & Innovation Educational Tour provides students with immersive, curriculum-aligned learning experiences across science, technology, engineering and mathematics in one of Australia’s most significant education and innovation hubs. This three-day program connects classroom learning to real-world STEM applications through educator-led museum programs, applied engineering experiences and astronomy-focused scientific inquiry.
Designed to cater for both primary and secondary cohorts, the itinerary incorporates age-appropriate activities that develop scientific literacy, problem-solving, systems thinking and exposure to future STEM pathways. The tour emphasises experiential learning, inquiry-based investigation and engagement with professional STEM environments, making it highly suitable for assessment-linked excursions and extension programs.
Sample Day-by-Day Itinerary
Indicative program – all activities can be tailored to learning outcomes and year levels
Day 1 – Scientific Inquiry & Museum-Based Learning
Visit to the Australian Museum
Participation in an onsite educator-led learning program (options available across biodiversity, climate science, minerals, evolution or scientific methods)
Guided exploration of permanent exhibitions supporting inquiry-based learning
Reflection session linking observations to curriculum outcomes
Learning Focus: Scientific inquiry skills, evidence-based learning, research methods
Day 2 – Engineering, Technology & Urban Innovation
Primary Students
Visit to Science Space and the Powerhouse Museum
Interactive exhibits exploring physics, energy, motion and engineering design
Hands-on activities aligned to foundational STEM concepts
Secondary Students
BridgeClimb STEM School Excursion Climb, examining forces, load distribution, materials science and structural engineering
Tech Central Walking Tour, exploring Sydney’s innovation precinct and the role of technology, data and engineering in modern cities
Learning Focus: Engineering principles, forces, applied mathematics, urban systems
Day 3 – Space Science, Data & Observation
Education session at Sydney Observatory focusing on astronomy, physics, telescopes and space science
Hands-on activities exploring data collection, celestial observation and scientific modelling
Suggested additional STEM-aligned activity if time permits:
University STEM workshop or science faculty visit (physics, engineering or space science focus), or
Sydney Living Labs / Urban Sustainability session, examining energy systems, infrastructure and data-driven cities
Final reflection and synthesis activity connecting learning across the tour
Learning Focus: Space science, physics, data literacy, STEM applications
Key Learning Areas
Subjects Supported
Science (Physics, Earth & Space Science, Chemistry foundations)
Technology & Digital Technologies
Engineering & Design Technologies
Mathematics (measurement, data and spatial reasoning)
STEM Extension and Inquiry Learning
Curriculum Connections
Scientific inquiry and investigation skills
Engineering principles and applied problem-solving
Forces, energy and structures
Space science and astronomical observation
Data collection, analysis and interpretation
STEM applications and career pathways
Suitability by Education Level
Primary School (Years 5–6)
Structured, educator-led STEM programs
Interactive science and engineering experiences
Introduction to forces, energy, space and technology
Secondary School (Years 7–12)
Applied engineering and real-world STEM challenges
Strong alignment with Science, Technology and Mathematics outcomes
Career-focused exposure to STEM industries and innovation precincts
Customisation Options
Adjust tour length or daily focus
Tailor learning outcomes by subject or year level
Incorporate assessment-linked activities
Suitable for single-school or multi-school groups
Plan Your Tasmania Educational Tour
Work with Team of Travel’s tour coordinators to tailor this itinerary to your students’ curriculum requirements, learning objectives and preferred travel dates.