What influences our climate? How can we recognize changes in our environment? At the Science Camp: Climate & Environment, you have the chance to become researchers yourself.
Together we will explore the atmosphere, the water cycle, ecosystems and soils. We will investigate the influence of humans and the city on the climate - with experiments, research and our own data collection. We can carry out experiments together in the KIT wind tunnel, conduct research in the Theodor Rehbock river engineering laboratory and launch a weather balloon to record live data.
In addition, we will exchange ideas with climate and weather researchers and gain exclusive insights into current research topics. Throughout the camp, you will be accompanied by students and staff - giving you an insight into university life and the various degree programs.
Of course, there will also be plenty of fun: While eating pizza together, playing games or visiting the Europabad, there is enough time to exchange ideas and simply switch off.
Do you have any questions or need support? Then please get in touch with us. It is important to us that everyone who is interested can take part in the camp!
Contact persons at ZML
Michael Gauss
Phone: +49 721 608-48206
E-mail: michael.gauss3∂kit.edu
Overview
Climate and Environment Science Camp
October 25–30, 2026
For students in grades 8–10
The cost for lodging, meals (full board), excursions, experiment materials, public transportation, and recreational activities is 200 euros. Anyone can participate, with or without prior knowledge.
Registration Information
Maximum number of participants: 25 students
Registration and payment of the fee are handled online via the Student Academy website.
You will receive notification of acceptance or rejection directly from KIT. Please do not transfer the fee to the Student Academy until after you have received this notification!
You may cancel your registration free of charge up to three weeks before the camp begins. In this case, please contact Michael Gauß (Gauss∂kit.edu).
The Climate and Environment Science Camp is offered in cooperation with KIT’s Natural and Built Environment Division, the South German Climate Office, TRIANGEL at KIT, and the Karlsruhe Student Academy e.V.
