Students at Wellington College put their engineering skills to the test last month, launching homemade rockets carrying fragile cargo as part of a hands-on science programme.
On March 25, Year 11 Space and Rocket Science students travelled off-site for a field trip focused on rocket design and launch. Each team was tasked with building a rocket capable of safely returning a raw egg to Earth, challenging their understanding of physics, aerodynamics and impact forces.
The exercise formed part of the college’s applied science curriculum, aimed at taking learning beyond the classroom and into real-world scenarios.
One rocket featured in a video shared by the school successfully completed its mission, landing with its egg intact. Not all launches were as successful, highlighting the trial-and-error nature of engineering design.
School staff said the day offered a valuable mix of experimentation and problem-solving, giving students a chance to apply theory in a practical setting.
The programme reflects a growing emphasis on STEM education, where students engage directly with science and technology through hands-on projects.
