Designed by Nature
Melbourne Gardens
Students will observe the tried and tested biological strategies and patterns of nature and design their own nature-inspired STEM ideas for a healthier planet.
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Secondary Excursions
Please note that the links on these pages are for 2024 bookings. For any remaining 2023 bookings, please email learning@rbg.vic.gov.au.
Secondary Excursions
RBGV's Secondary age programs are designed to offer a hands on, immersive experience for students. All programs are Victorian Curriculum aligned and can be tailored to meet the needs of your group.
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Science & STEM Programs
Designed by Nature
Cranbourne Gardens
Students will observe the tried and tested biological strategies and patterns of nature and design their own nature-inspired STEM ideas for a healthier planet.
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Sustainable Gardening
Melbourne Gardens
Through a hands-on experience, students will learn about water conservation, organic gardening, composting and worm farming. They will consider ideas for designing and developing their own garden as they explore the landscapes of Melbourne Gardens.
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Green Careers
Melbourne Gardens
What does it take to run a Botanic Garden?
This specially designed VCAL program explores the historical, cultural and botanical significance of the Melbourne Gardens whilst also emphasizing the career pathways that exist within the botanic gardens industry.
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Australian Environments
Cranbourne Gardens
Experience the diversity of Australian landscapes, plants, and animals. Students will learn about the connections and interactions between living things and their amazing adaptations for survival.
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Place and Change
Melbourne Gardens
Students will visit significant collections that highlight the various ways the Gardens are utilised by visitors, gain insight into the history of the site, and learn about how the Gardens are being managed for a sustainable future.
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Carbon Futures
Melbourne Gardens
Students will learn about the carbon cycle and the impacts of a changing climate on species survival. Through real-life examples, students will examine how organisations are responding to climate change and be challenged to consider what they can do themselves at home and school.
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Health and Wellbeing in Nature
Melbourne Gardens
Explore the physical, mental and emotional benefits of nature and spending time outdoors.
Students will be challenged to consider how being in nature can contribute to positive emotional and physical wellbeing and discuss the importance of healthy foods, physical exercise and spending time outdoors.
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Health and Wellbeing in Nature
Cranbourne Gardens
Explore the physical, mental and emotional benefits of nature and spending time outdoors.
Students will be challenged to consider how being in nature can contribute to positive emotional and physical wellbeing and discuss the importance of healthy foods, physical exercise and spending time outdoors.
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Connecting to Country
Melbourne Gardens
Develop a greater understanding and respect for local First Peoples culture
Students will learn about the people of the Eastern Kulin Nations and examine the sustainable land practices used by First Peoples.
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Shared Country
Cranbourne Gardens
Develop a greater understanding and respect for First Peoples culture.
Students will discover the importance of the environment to the Boonwurrung people and their connection to Country and explore how plants can be used for fibre, medicine, tools and food.
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Aboriginal Heritage Walk
Melbourne Gardens
Journey into the ancestral lands of the Eastern Kulin Nations with a First Peoples guide.
Gain insight into the rich history and thriving culture of the local First Peoples, and discover their connection to plants and their traditional uses for food, tools and medicine.
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