ATHENA -- a pre-university study programme at the university of Geneva
Andreas M\"uller, Madeleine Rousset Grenon

TL;DR
ATHENA is a pre-university program at the University of Geneva designed to inspire high school students in mathematics and physics, promote scientific careers, especially among young women, and ease their transition to university studies.
Contribution
It introduces a university-level curriculum to secondary students, fostering interest and providing early exposure to higher education in sciences.
Findings
Increased student interest in sciences
Enhanced understanding of university-level topics
Improved transition from secondary to university studies
Abstract
Athena (named after the ancient Greek goddess of wisdom) is a pre-university study programme for mathematics and physics organised by the Faculty of Science at the University of Geneva. It targets pupils enrolled in the final or penultimate year of Secondary II (high school), giving them an opportunity to explore and discover university-level studies in mathematics and physics. The programme aims to enhance pupils interest for the physical and mathematical sciences by introducing them to new topics, all while giving them a taste for student life. It also seeks to promote scientific careers to young pupils, especially to young women, as well as improving the transition between Secondary II and university
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Taxonomy
TopicsMathematics Education and Programs · Attention Economy in Education and Business · Science Education and Pedagogy
