RoboCamps
Bringing STEM Learning to Life
School holidays will never be the same again. Students of all ages (K-12) can learn about robotics in a fun, safe and educational environment.
Under expert supervision, students can design, build and code robots to complete a series of themed challenges. Camps take place in specially designed engineering facilities at Macquarie University.
K - 12 Robotics Programs
Safety FIRST to Inspire Creativity
All FIRST Australia RoboCamps have a theme and are based on the principles of the FIRST LEGO League and FIRST Tech Challenge programs.
Students are initially taught the necessary skills in building and programming. These are then applied to compete in team-based challenges.
Our camps are facilitated by FIRST Australia staff and are supported by members of the Macquarie University 'Thunder Down Under' FIRST Robotics Competition team.
All staff adhere to Working with Children requirements and are committed to ensuring a safe, educational and inclusive environment.
October 2024 Program Reveal
Contact
Amelia Munday
Location
Macquarie University
School of Engineering
12 Wally's Walk
Macquarie Park NSW 2113
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Arcade All-Stars
30 September 2024
7 October 2024
Ages 5 - 9
$135
Player 1: Do you have what it takes? In this Robocamp, we are going old-school with a series of arcade games!
Students will design, build and code a series of models to explore this theme.
This program uses icon and coding blocks.
Book by 27 September 2024
Space Adventure
1 October 2024
8 October 2024
Ages 5 - 9
$135
3, 2, 1, blast-off! Taking to the skies and beyond, our space themed RoboCamp is sure to be the best in the galaxy!
Students will design, build and code a series of models to explore this theme.
This program uses icon and coding blocks.
Book by 27 September 2024
All Aboard
3 October 2024
10 October 2024
Ages 5 - 9
$135
By land, sea or air, this Robocamp will take you there! Come on an adventure as we explore a variety of modes of transport.
Students will design, build and code a series of models to explore this theme.
This program uses icon and coding blocks.
Book by 27 September 2024
Incredible Inventions
1 October 2024
Ages 10+
$135
Participants will apply their engineering design skills to identify a problem, make different prototypes, establish systematic testing procedures, analyse data to improve their solutions and describe why their solution is the best, all using LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime robots.
Book by 27 September 2024
Showtime!
8 October 2024
Ages 10+
$135
Lights, camera, action! It's time to take to the stage with the Showtime Challenge. Participants will use their mechanical and software engineering skills to create a robot that can perform a series of challenges themed around the arts.
Do you have what it takes?
Book by 4 October 2024.
Medieval Robotics
2 - 3 October 2024
Ages 10+
$250
Knights abound! Build your robot to slay dragons, lower the drawbridge and survive a siege on this perilous journey!
In this two-day camp your mechanical and software engineering skills will be put to the test as you design, build and code robots to complete a series of medieval themed challenges.
Book by 8 July 2024.
Intergalactic Quest
9 - 10 October 2024
Ages 10+
$250
Houston, we have a....Challenge?
​It's time to put your engineering to the test! In this two-day camp, robots will attempt to solve missions such as: achieve space flight, explore the solar system and beyond, and prepare for a crash landing!
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Book by 4 October 2024.
FTC in a Box
30 September-2 October
Ages 14+
$360
Over three days, participants will learn the mechanical and software engineering skills required to design, build and code a REV FTC robot in order to complete a series of challenges. The camp will conclude with a mini tournament showcasing the skills learned.
Book by 27 September 2024.
