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2025 Discovery Day

Year 7&8 Springfield Sessions

Explore what each Discovery Day session is about, so you can make the most out of your adventure at the University of Southern Queensland! 

Think about what interests you, and maybe what surprises you. We can't wait to see what you choose!

A Career in Teaching: Make a Difference!
In this session, you will explore what makes a great teacher and what you can achieve in a teaching career. Through hands on activities and a chance to speak with current education students at the university, you will investigate what a career in teaching can be.
Four women are seated around a table having a discussion, with one woman standing and smiling, and open books and notebooks in front of them.
Dive into the exciting world of engineering with our hands-on STEM session where you'll create your very own hydraulic-operated robot arm. This workshop will introduce you to the principles of hydraulics and robotics. You'll learn how hydraulic systems work, explore the mechanics behind robot arms, and apply your newfound knowledge to build a functional model. By the end of the session, you'll have a working hydraulic robot arm to take home and demonstrate to your friends and family. Join us for a fun-filled learning experience that combines creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills!
Two industrial robotic arms weld metal on an assembly line in a factory, producing bright sparks.
Develop a stable structure (tower) using coloured papers, straws, glue, and other items provided on the day. The group with the best-looking and most stable structure will be declared the winner as judged by the staff present on site.
A person draws on a piece of cardboard with a pencil at a table. Scissors, polyester stuffing, and a plant are also visible nearby.
Story telling is what we do in Humanities and Communication. At this session, you will work in small teams to design a community space or place for young people that delivers a sense of safety, fun and belonging. Your team will tell its story or plan for this fun space.
Four young adults stand outdoors, smiling and looking down at the camera against a clear blue sky.
Learn how rockets work, launch a rocket yourself and discover exciting space career pathways!
A space shuttle launches into the night sky, surrounded by clouds of smoke and fire, with stars visible in the background.
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is emitted by the sun and has important biological effects on humans and the world around us, however, because we cannot see it or feel it, we don’t know how much exposure we receive until it’s too late. So how do we measure something that is effectively invisible? This activity will involve science and art to explore detection of a radiation we cannot see, and also to understand the value and importance of sunscreen usage to protect against biological damage. Specially designed paper will be used and will show changes caused by exposure to UV radiation. The overall method is referred to as a cyanotype, and is similar to the process of traditional film photography, however much simpler and faster to do!
Bright sun shining in a clear blue sky with lens flare effects and a faint gradient near the horizon.
Introducing the students to the exciting aviation industry and exploring our state of art Boeing 737-800 flight simulator.
Two pilots in a dimly lit cockpit prepare to land an aircraft at night, with runway lights and illuminated instrument panels visible.
Curious about how health professionals help people live their best lives? In this interactive session, you'll step into the shoes of an occupational therapist and a speech pathologist! Try out fun challenges like decoding secret messages, testing your memory and movement skills, and exploring how we communicate and stay independent in everyday life. You'll work as a team, problem-solve real-life scenarios, and learn how occupational therapy and speech pathology help people thrive at school, at home, and in the community. Come and discover if one of these awesome careers is right for you.
A child and an adult sit at a table with textured sensory toys in front of a mirror, engaging in a tactile activity.
Imagine a world where you can turn your ideas into reality and where you can make a difference in people's lives. Let’s talk ‘business of the business school’ and get ready to unpack dynamic career paths in business.
A woman stands by an office window, smiling and holding a tablet, with desks and chairs visible in the background.