IA2 Data Collection Day at Hidden Vale Research Station

 From classroom to canopy

Hands-on field biology experiences at Hidden Vale Research Station (HVRS)

The Hidden Vale Research Station offers engaging, curriculum-aligned day trips for Senior High School Biology Students. Guided by UQ science professionals, students take part in immersive field workshops designed to support Biology Unit 3 and the IA2 assessment. Activities include professional sampling methods, ecological surveying, and data analysis across a variety of ecosystems at a working research station located south west of Brisbane between Ipswich and Lockyer Valley.

Package includes:

• Full day of planned activities aligned with QLD Senior Biology curriculum
• Hands-on fieldwork using professional scientific equipment and survey techniques
• Data collection in woodland, wetland and grassland habitats for the IA2 formative assessment
• Customised student workbooks and teaching resources
• Lecture on building research questions and data analysis in alignment with latest Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) syllabus requirements

At the conclusion of the program, students will return to the classroom with:

1. A full and extensive set of environmental data to complete the IA2 assessment report
2. A thorough understanding of survey design and how workshop methods directly relate to mandatory practicals completed in the classroom
3. A clearly formulated research question
4. Guidance on statistial analyses and how to interpret results
5. Background and contextual knowledge about HVRS and the study sites to inform discussions and reporting

Availlability:

Hidden Vale Research Station offers IA2 Collection Days during the first 3 weeks of February (weeks 2-4 of term 1)

Spots fill quickly—book early to secure your preferred date. Alternate dates may be available on request.

Pricing:

• $850 for the first class (up to 25 students)
• Additional $450 for each subsequent class (up to 25 students per class)
• Maximum of 3 classes per day

If your class is small, we may be able to pair you with another school.

Transport to and from the property is your school's responsibility. All necessary permits and equipment are included in your package.

For more information or to make a booking, please contact us at:

hvrs.scientific@uq.edu.au

tel:+5351 5072