VITM Physics Summer Vacation Hobby Courses
by Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum
Hands-on STEM workshop at VITM
Hands-on summer workshops at VITM Bengaluru focusing on fundamental physics concepts for school students.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
₹1,500
Participation format
Individual
Duration
Summer vacation batches across April and May
Eligibility
Open to school students who can attend the courses in person at VITM Bengaluru during the April-May summer vacation. Multiple course enrolment is permitted, subject to seat availability.
- Grade level
- Grade 8 to 11
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
See if your child qualifies.
Rewards and recognition
Certificate
VITM course certificate
Recognition
NCSM museum programme
Skills your child builds
How to apply
- 1Open the registration Google Form linked from the VITM website during the announcement window
- 2Fill participant details and select the preferred course or courses
- 3Submit the form and wait for the museum to share bank details for online fee payment
- 4Complete the fee payment to confirm the seat
Rules and guidelines
- Seats are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis
- Admission is confirmed only after successful online payment of the course fee
- Participants may enrol in more than one course subject to seat availability
Fees and financial support
Fee details
Course fee is communicated by the museum after registration; admission is confirmed only on successful online payment.
About this opportunity
The VITM Physics Summer Vacation Hobby Courses offer hands-on workshops focused on fundamental physics concepts for school students. These annual courses are held during the April-May summer break at the Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum in Bengaluru, where participants engage in practical activities and experiments using the museum's facilities.
Designed for school students in grades 4 to 10, the program provides practical exposure to physics principles through direct experimentation and project-based learning. Sessions are led by experienced museum educators, and all participants receive a course completion certificate from VITM.
Academic details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
The course covers fundamental physics concepts through hands-on activities and experiments. Topics include basic mechanics (motion, forces, energy), properties of light and sound, principles of electricity and magnetism, and an introduction to space science and astronomy. The curriculum emphasizes experiential learning and practical application of scientific principles.
Frequently asked questions
How do students secure a seat in VITM Summer Vacation Hobby Courses?
Seats are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis through the online Google Form linked from the VITM website, and the seat is confirmed only after the course fee is paid online.
Can participants enrol in more than one course during the same summer?
Yes, the museum allows students to opt for more than one course so they can spend the day at VITM across batches, subject to seat availability for each chosen course.
Where are the hobby courses conducted?
The courses are conducted in person at the VITM campus on Kasturba Road in central Bengaluru, using the museum's laboratories, galleries, and demonstration areas for hands-on activity.
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