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
Science Camp Climate and Environment
from 25. to 30.10.2026
for young people in grades 7-10
The cost share for accommodation, meals (full board), excursion, experimental material, public transport and leisure activities is 275 euros. Anyone can take part, with or without previous knowledge.
Registration information
Maximum number of participants: 25 students
Registration takes place online via the Schülerakademie website.
You will receive notification of acceptance or rejection directly from KIT. Please only transfer the cost contribution to the Student Academy afterwards!
Cancellation is possible free of charge up to three weeks before the start of the camp. In this case, please contact Michael Gauß (Gauss∂kit.edu).
The Science Camp Climate and Environment is offered in cooperation with the KIT departments Natural and Built Environment, the South German Climate Office, TRIANGEL at KIT and the Schülerakademie Karlsruhe e.V..
