Summer at Woodstock – STEM Research & Scientific Writing

This project-centred course guides students through real-world scientific research about Himalayan hydrology: The challenge of water quality and security.

 

This project-centred course guides students through the complete Scientific research process, from identifying a real-world Himalayan challenges to producing a publication-ready research paper. Students choose between an Engineering, Chemical or an Environmental Science Track. Through hands-on experimentation, data analysis, and structured scientific writing, students learn how to craft a formal scientific research paper suitable for academic submission or global science competitions.

 

Who should take this course?

Any student who is interested in Sciences, enjoys hands-on experimentation, or wants to develop scientific research and writing skills. This course is ideal for learners curious about Engineering, Chemical or Environmental Science, or interested in Science-based research opportunities.

 

What skills and knowledge will participants gain through the course?

Participants will develop a strong foundation in scientific inquiry, including designing experiments, collecting and analysing data, and applying the IMRaD structure to write a professional research paper. They will gain hands-on experience in Engineering, Chemical or Environmental science projects, learn ethical research practices, and build skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, data interpretation, and scientific communication. By the end of the course, students will be equipped to produce a publication-ready research paper suitable for competitions or academic submission.

 

Course Description (week-wise)

Week One – Foundations & Project Setup

  • Introduction to the Scientific Method and Research Ethics
  • Understanding the IMRaD structure
  • Formulating a research question
  • Case Study: The Himalayan challenges
  • Track selection: Engineering, Chemical or Environmental Science
  • Blueprinting / Water sampling techniques
  • Designing the experiment and completing the project plan

Week Two – Execution, Analysis & Writing

  • Hands-on project work
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Identifying errors, patterns, and limitations
  • Writing the Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion
  • Creating graphs and tables
  • Writing the bibliography

AGE RANGE: 14-18 years

DATES: 1–12 June, 2026

             6–17 July, 2026

COURSE FEES: INR 236,000 (inclusive of GST) along with Application Fee of INR 10,000 (non-refundable)

 

FACULTY

MR. SRINIVAS GOPAL

MR. SRINIVAS GOPAL

Mr. Srinivas Gopal is an experienced science educator with nine years of experience teaching IB and Cambridge Chemistry courses. A National Geographic Certified Educator and an IBDP Examiner, he brings a rigorous, global perspective to science education. Mr. Srinivas is an affiliated member of both the American Chemical Society (ACS) and the American Association of Chemistry Teachers (AACT). Beyond the classroom, Mr. Srinivas specializes in guiding students through advanced scientific inquiry. He has successfully mentored students in conducting investigations for prestigious platforms, including the Cambridge Upper Secondary Science Competitions and the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF)—the world’s largest international pre-college science competition. His expertise lies in bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical, high-level scientific writing.