STEM Talent Development

Empowering Excellence in STEM: Outreach, Enrichment and Science Research

VJC offers a comprehensive suite of programmes designed to inspire a passion for science, cultivate curiosity and critical thinking like scientists, and empower students to innovate and create solutions through the power of science.

STEM Outreach

At VJC, we believe that STEM is not just about discovery—it's about building a community of learners and leaders who inspire and drive progress. VJC extends its passion for STEM beyond its classrooms, organising impactful workshops, seminars, and competitions for primary and secondary school students. Each year, these outreach programmes engage over 1,100 participants from 50 schools nationwide, offering them unique opportunities to learn and grow.

These sessions not only enrich the participants but also provide a platform for Victorians to step into leadership roles. By planning, leading, and executing these activities, Victorians share their passion for STEM while honing critical skills such as teamwork, communication, and event management.

Notable outreach platforms include:

• VCA Science Explore

• SIT-VJC Project INSPiRE

• TP-VJC Data Science Hackathon

• A*STAR-VJC Science Fair

• DSTA-DSO-VJC Robotics Challenge

• VJC Amazing eco-STEM race

STEM Enrichment

At VJC, we are passionate about igniting curiosity and fostering innovation in STEM. Our enrichment programmes are designed to encourage students to pursue their interests, broaden their knowledge, and acquire new skills in these fields.

Students can participate in a variety of STEM-related activities, including competitions and events organized by MOE, statutory boards, and institutions of higher learning. These enriching experiences challenge students to think critically and creatively, laying the foundation for future STEM pursuits.

Key enrichment opportunities include:

• Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics & Informatics Olympiads

• Science & Mathematics competitions such as International Biomedical Quiz, Graphic calculator design competition, Australian Mathematics competition

• Science conventions such as International Science Youth Forum

• Science Centre events such as Singapore Science Festival

• Science shows & talks by scientists

• World of Science Programme (in collaboration with DSTA and DSO)

Science Research

For VJC students deeply interested in the STEM areas, VJC provides a comprehensive science research programme that allows students to immerse themselves in the world of science research.

Research Opportunities are aplenty with partnerships with various institutes of higher learning and research institutes such as:

• NUS-Science Research Programme

• Nanyang Research Programme

• Research@YDSP with DSO and DSTA

Additionally, Victorians can look forward to the following Special Programmes:

H3 NUS-A*STAR-VJC (NAV) Science Research Programme

• A special collaboration with NUS, A*STAR, to offer the H3 NUS-A*STAR-VJC (NAV) Science Research programme.

• It involves an Individual Investigative Study in Physics, Chemistry or Biology under mentorship of research practitioners from NUS and research institutes at A*STAR, together with guidance from VJC teachers.

• There are ample opportunities to deepen learning and engage in the intricacies of scientific research that takes place in universities and industry.

Overseas Student Attachment Programme (OSAP)

• The OSAP is an opportunity offered by the Centre of Excellence in Education–Research Science Institute Programme (CEE-RSI), USA.

• Participants will have a chance to attend college-level classes taught by distinguished professors from leading universities, as well as classes designed to sharpen research skills.

• In addition, participants will conduct research with selected mentors at universities, research organisations and corporations.