Tiny scientists, big STEAM ideas: Kids on Campus summer programme enriched with hands-on informative sessions

While the University of Malta’s Kids on Campus summer programme was in full swing, an exciting series of STEAM sessions (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) designed for young learners aged 4 to 12 were being held, enriching the programme with engaging workshops led by UM academics that explored real-world concepts through child-centred projects.

Dr Danielle Martine Farrugia, Science Communicator at the University of Malta, said, “We chose STEAM over just STEM because creativity and the arts are key to helping children connect what they learn with the world around them. It’s not just about facts; it's about imagination, problem-solving, and play.”

The sessions kicked off with a medicine and surgery-themed workshop delivered by Dr Claude Bajada, featuring 3D-printed brains and sensory activities that let children explore.

The various sessions, focusing on ICT, engineering, geosciences, and statistics, were tailored to the different age groups.

By tackling everyday questions, these sessions encouraged children to see challenges as opportunities, all while laying a foundation for lifelong learning in STEAM.

But more than that, they’re planting the seeds of curiosity, creativity, and confidence in the next generation of thinkers, builders, and problem-solvers.

Watch a few instances from these sessions on video.