TECHCAMP è un’iniziativa del Politecnico di Milano, sviluppata nell’ambito delle attività di diffusione dalla cultura STEM, con l’obiettivo di creare nuovi e significativi collegamenti tra l’università, i licei e gli istituti tecnici.

The initiative was created to offer high school students an in-depth learning experience that combines theoretical foundations with, above all, hands-on and experimental activities focused on highly relevant and cutting-edge technological topics. The programs address key areas of modern technology, providing participants with a concrete understanding of the scientific principles that will shape many of the technologies of the future. The goal is not to steer students toward university degrees in engineering, architecture, or design, but rather to equip them with the tools needed to make informed choices, even if they decide to pursue different educational pathways.

TECHCAMP is part of the university’s broader effort to respond to the growing demand for STEM skills by making the scientific and educational expertise of its faculty and researchers available to younger generations. The university opens its classrooms and laboratories to students, actively involving academic staff in the design of lessons and learning experiences specifically tailored to the high school context.

I TECHCAMP sono corsi estivi settimanali in lingua inglese, progettati per rispondere a un’esigenza formativa sempre più diffusa che, in passato, ha portato molte famiglie a rivolgersi a programmi analoghi all’estero.

First launched in 2018, the programs have addressed emerging technologies from the outset, offering participants a comprehensive learning experience that integrates theory, practice, and experimentation.

One of TECHCAMP’s distinguishing features is its strong applied focus. Mornings are dedicated to theoretical lessons, while afternoons are devoted to practical, hands-on laboratory activities. Students may, for example, learn the fundamentals of programming by developing real-world solutions or acquire basic robotics skills through group experiments with collaborative robots.

Activities take place in university classrooms and also include visits to research laboratories.

Particolare attenzione è infine dedicata allo sviluppo delle soft skills, quali il lavoro in team e la capacità di presentare risultati scientifici in lingua inglese.