Core Programmes
Student Programmes
School Science Forum (SSF)
SSF is a syllabus-based year-long programme for students of Std. 5 to 9. This programme originated in 2004-05 as the Saturday Science Forum, conducted on a small scale. Considering its popularity and growing demand among students, it was relaunched on a larger scale in 2011-12. The objective of this programme is to (i) give students live laboratory exposure throughout their academic year, and (ii) strengthen the basic concepts of STEM using hands-on experiments and activities which makes the learning process easier, intriguing, and long-lasting. The hands-on learning technique to study STEM concepts at the school level is key to the development of 21st-century skills in students such as critical thinking, creativity, innovation, teamwork, problem-solving, decision-making, etc. SSF attracts around 1,200 student registrations on average with active participation.
For more information, please write to us at info@vascsc.org.
Summer Programme
VASCSC provides an opportunity for students to utilize their summer vacation times doing innovative and creative activities by offering Summer Programmes. VASCSC's Summer Programme, being the most popular one among students, is known for its activity-based approach and choice of topics it offers. Every year, a wide range of activity modules catering to children's varied interests and different age groups are presented. A variety of hands-on STEM-based modules are offered under this programme for participants to explore and learn with an element of fun. Effort is made to develop modules based on emerging trends to give the children exposure to the latest in science and technology. These modules are implemented in the Centre's well-equipped labs and spaces, facilitated by its trained resource persons.
Look out for this space for the upcoming summer programme details.
Projects and Practicals
The Centre has been helping out both individual students as well as student groups to perform curriculum-based experiments as well as projects. This programme is conducted throughout the year during weekdays. Guidance and facilities for performing the experiments and projects is provided by the Centre's experts. The students and teachers are encouraged to perform various projects applicable to their school curricula and other interesting ones. This programme has been most beneficial to high school students in fulfilling their school projects.
To book an appointment for Project and Practicals, contact us on +91 79 26302085 during office hours.
Other Activities
The Advanced B.Sc. Programme
The Advanced B.Sc. Programme in Physics is an initiative by VASCSC and Gujarat Science Academy to orient motivated B.Sc. students towards the field of research. A rigorous content session gives them an edge over the regular college physics syllabus. The programme also includes exposure visits, presentation sessions by students, assignment solving, projects etc. The students of First and Second year B.Sc. and Engineering can enroll themselves for this programme in the months of June and October every year.
For more information and queries, contact us on our helpline number or write to us at info@vascsc.org.
Computer Training Programme
VASCSC, being the first institution in India to use BBC computers to develop education programmes, promotes effective use of computers in education systems right from the school level. A computer lab was set up at the centre to impart training to teachers, students and the general community to fulfil this purpose. The Education Department, Government of Gujarat has designated VASCSC as one of the recognized training Centres for computer training. Training programmes for secondary and higher secondary computer teachers are conducted through pre-announced batches.
For further information, contact us or write an email at info@vascsc.org.
For further information, contact us or write an email at info@vascsc.org.
Radio Programme
A 52-episode radio series in Gujarati titled ‘Smart India 21’ was developed based on the theme of Artificial Intelligence with the support of All India Radio and Vigyan Prasar. The series started on 20 May 2019. It was broadcasted from Akashvani's Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Rajkot, Bhuj and Godhra stations every Monday during 9:30 pm - 10:00 pm (846 KHz MW AM). Every year, a different theme is given. VASCSC is the content partner (language partner) for the programme.
STEM Fests and Event Celebrations
VASCSC is at the forefront of organizing science popularization events. In order to reach out to wider communities, the Centre organizes various events annually. Several science-based competitions are also organized which include model making, science debate, quizzes etc. for children of different age groups. In addition, science model exhibitions, science graffiti, science experiment shows, astro-nights, science film shows etc. are also conducted.