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STEM is an approach to learning and development that integrates the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. A wide variety of thought orientated skills are developed through STEM courses, such as critical analysis, problem solving and independent thinking. STEM Programs also develop other essential skills such as:
(from Department of Education Website)
As the global economy begins to favour of automation, new job opportunities are emerging simultaneously to new technologies. The continual advances in technology are changing the way students learn, connect and interact every day. Skills developed by students through STEM provide them with the foundation to succeed at school and beyond.
In recent years, the demand for STEM related skills by employers has been higher than ever and is expected to increase further. Currently 75 per cent of jobs in the fastest growing industries are positions that require STEM qualifications. To be competitive, the Australian workforce needs people who can adapt to a changing workplace.
STEM empowers individuals with the skills to succeed and adapt to this changing world.
(from Department of Education Website)
Through a range of outreach activities, AROSE is developing awareness of STEM Pathways and increasing interest in highly skilled STEM related careers across a range of sectors.
Our goal is to leverage and amplify STEM outreach activities to reach every school in Australia and support access to quality STEM outreach opportunities by promoting a range of STEM activities. We map the student STEM journey from primary school right through to the workforce and develop links between industry and education.
AROSE has partnered with Australian Virtual Astronaut (AVA) to create an exciting STEM activity for students in Years 5-10. The mission ‘Roving Around’ provides a real-world challenge for students to solve, and gives students an insight into the work being done by the AROSE Trailblazer team, designing Australia’s first ever Lunar Rover. Find out more about this new program here.
AROSE is also delivering the Milo Mission Academy for Lunar Exploration, for the first time in Australia and New Zealand. This program is designed for students with a passion for space, to participate in this internationally recognised space workforce training. Academy 1 2024 is now in session, and applications for Academy 2 will launch in late 2024. This STEM program is designed for students 18 years of age or older, studying as a TAFE or University student, of an early career professional. To find out more about this program click here.
Ayesha
My school provides an opportunity that not many other schools offer in relation to STEM. For example, we have the Year 10 PTECH Program which involves so much STEM, industry partnerships, excursions, and mentors from industry who work in STEM which enables students to see the future pathway for STEM.
Physics ATAR, Mathematics Specialist ATAR, Mathematics Methods ATAR, BME ATAR, Applied IT.
The future is turning towards technology and it’s important to know what technology can do. It is important to understand how the world is evolving and the impact of IT, AI, and other emerging technologies.
My dream is to be a software engineer and to develop a business in this field. STEM involves critical thinking as well as Science, Mathematics and IT and it leads to creating a more futuristic world.
My generation is very involved with IT and new technology. Space is a new and popular environment and a developing sector. Science and IT could be beneficial as it evolves and develops for the future and into Space. The space sector provides a range of opportunities for technology and science for the future.
You don’t have to be an astronaut to work in the Space sector! Through STEM pathways, students can obtain a career in space according to their interests. Opportunities available right here on Earth require a range of skills to support Australia’s growing Space sector. Whether you are studying law, medicine, design and manufacturing, robotics, or data analysis, there are opportunities available for employment within the Australian Space Industry.
View the ’Careers in Space’ document linked below to learn more about how working in Australia’s Space sector is achievable through STEM pathways!
Read the Careers in Space Booklet
Learn More About Careers in Space
Find out about the MILO Mission Academy for Lunar Exploration
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