Engineering Taster Day - April 2026

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Event Details

Engineering Taster Day at Flinders

Who: The event is designed for Year 12 students looking to explore their study options within Engineering at Flinders.
When: Tuesday 14 April 2026
Time: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
Where: Flinders University, Tonsley Campus, Tonsley

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Join us for a hands‑on Engineering Taster Day where you’ll explore some of the most exciting and innovative areas in STEM — from robotics and renewable energy to biomedical engineering, design, civil structures and more.

Throughout the day, you’ll rotate through interactive workshop sessions, meet our teaching staff, and get a real feel for what studying engineering at uni is like.

It’s a fun, engaging way to try out different branches of engineering, discover what inspires you most — and yes, there’s a free lunch included too.

Taster Day – What You’ll Experience

Mechanical Engineering
Explore how smart materials behave and see how engineers use shape‑memory alloys in creative ways. A hands‑on taste of how engineering brings materials to life.Design & User Experience
Get an introduction to 3D digital design and see how CAD tools help turn ideas into real objects. A great way to experience creative problem‑solving through design.
Biomedical Engineering
Take a behind‑the‑scenes look at real biomedical research spaces and discover how engineers support health, rehabilitation and advanced medical technologies.
Robotics
Meet real robots and explore how robotic systems think and move. A fun, interactive look at robotics, AI and machine learning.
Electrical & Electronic Engineering – Renewable Energy
Discover how engineers are shaping cleaner, greener futures through renewable and sustainable energy systems in this hands‑on introduction.
Electrical & Electronic Engineering – Wireless Systems
Learn how wireless signals power modern technology and see how software‑defined radios reveal the hidden world of communications around us.
Civil Engineering
Explore sustainable construction materials and discover how civil engineers design strong, safe and future‑focused infrastructure.
Environmental Engineering
Build your own “green city” and explore how engineering decisions can reduce environmental impact through clever design and planning.

Plus — Free Lunch!

All attendees can enjoy a free lunch as part of the day.

Register now!