“Australia’s space industry is growing, and we need to inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers and innovators who will help shape its future,” Associate Professor Matthew Richardson said.
“Programs like Aerospace Camp give students the opportunity to move beyond the classroom, work with emerging technologies and see how their interests in science and engineering could translate into real careers. By sponsoring 10 students to participate, we’re helping create opportunities for young people to explore their potential and develop the skills that will contribute to Australia’s future space capability.”
Aerospace Camp Toowoomba delivers a diverse and exciting itinerary, including:
- Exploring the wonders of astronomy and Australia’s night sky
- Learning about Australia’s contributions to global space exploration
- Investigating the Artemis Missions to the Moon and Mars
- Designing and launching rockets, building galactic habitats, and creating robotic rovers
- Problem-solving challenges using advanced materials
- Understanding sustainable living on the Moon and Mars
- Tracing the history of space travel and exploration
The program also includes captivating presentations by STEM specialists from the space and aerospace industries. These talks inspire participants to pursue STEM-related subjects and career pathways, providing valuable insight into the opportunities that await in these fields.
More information on this once-in-a lifetime immersive opportunity can be found here.
To apply, students must create a 2-minute video telling us why they want to be part of Aerospace Camp Toowoomba. Applicants will also have to include a letter of support from parents/guardian PLUS a letter of support from a respected member of the Community.
Applications close 8th November at midnight AEDT.
Winners will be notified by 9am on 13th November 2026.
Selection of the ten scholarship awardees will be made by a panel of iLAuNCH space professionals.
The iLAuNCH Trailblazer is proudly led by the University of Southern Queensland, alongside The Australian National University and Adelaide University, as part of the Department of Education Trailblazers program. iLAuNCH aims to build Australia’s sovereign space capabilities through commercialising Australian space research and upskilling the future workforce of Australia. This sponsorship is supported by the Australian Government Department of Education.
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