Science Camps@TRIANGEL Kids Lab

Students immerse themselves in the world of science through experimenting, tinkering, and researching

Ongoing project - open for funding

The project is open for funding. Help us spark an early interest in STEM subjects among students through targeted support, and create space for creative development at the start of their careers.

This is what it's all about

During science camps held at KIT during school breaks, students gain in-depth insights into various STEM disciplines. The camps aim to inspire young participants to take an interest in STEM subjects by giving them the opportunity to immerse themselves in various scientific disciplines and actively participate for a week alongside experts from KIT. This successful program, which has been running since 2009, significantly promotes young STEM talent and creates a valuable link between schools, science, and society. It arouses curiosity, encourages creative thinking, and trains tomorrow's experts. With camps focusing on geothermal energy, electrical engineering, physics, and robotics, there's something for everyone - and no chance of boredom!

Who is participating?

Students and scientists from various disciplines at KIT supervise the camp around the clock. They are on hand to answer questions about technical matters and provide constant support during the various leisure activities.

What we want to achieve

The science camps aim to spark an interest in STEM subjects among schoolchildren at an early stage in their careers. The project significantly contributes to the promotion of young STEM talent and creates a valuable link between schools, science, and society. The camps awaken curiosity, promote creative thinking, encourage teamwork, and train tomorrow's experts. The unique concept promotes not only scientific development within the camp but also social development.

Further information about the project

There are different camps available for different interests and age groups, each with a different focus:

At the Geothermal Energy Camp, younger students explore the secrets of the Earth, from volcanoes to fossils.
Electrical Engineering Camp: Middle school students enthusiastic about technology develop small projects based on a given topic, such as "smart homes" this year.
Physics Camp: This camp offers older students an ideal opportunity to explore complex physical constructs, such as the Higgs particle.
Robotics Camp: Creative minds build and program their own robots to learn the fundamentals of automation.

All camps have one thing in common: in addition to conveying theoretical concepts and background information to the young people in an exciting way, scientists offer them the opportunity to actively conduct research. Participants are given the chance to explore their own interests and engage with current research topics. Depending on the topic, the camp organizers arrange excursions to various companies and research institutions to complement the participants' projects and provide an exclusive look at practical applications. In addition to scientific activities, there is plenty of time for recreation. Students go bouldering and swimming and spend their free time together getting to know each other and making friends.

Students and scientists from various disciplines supervise the camps around the clock. They answer questions about technical issues and assist with various leisure activities. This unique concept promotes scientific and social development within the camp.

Facts and figures

Project duration:
Since 2009 to the present

Funding required:
€50,000 for two years, especially for personnel costs

Existing funding partnerships:
Vector Foundation, Gunther Schroff Foundation for Scientific Purposes, Karl Schlecht Foundation (KSG), Robert Bosch GmbH, Schleicher Foundation

Project responsibility KIT:
Marlin Dürrschnabel, Projektmanagement, TRIANGEL Transfer | Culture | Space at KIT (Contact person)