Are there program fees?

There is no fee to take part in the Young Kepler University program. The costs for materials and lunch will be covered by the JKU and its partners (see below).

Who will be taking care of and supervising the young students?

Trained educators and designated JKU workshop leaders will supervise all program participants during program hours. You are, however, responsible for getting to campus for the workshops.

Can my child go home alone?

Yes, children and teens may go home alone provided the parent or guardian has given consent. Please sign a  consent form, opens a file.

Please bring the document with you on the first day and give it to the group leader.

 

Can I sign up more than one child?

You can sign up more than one child, however, you must register each child separately!

Can I sign my child up for more than one date?

No, because the number of participants in the program are limited. Those signed up will take part in the event on one Saturday during November 2022.

Will meals, snacks, and refreshments be available?

Those in the program will get lunch at the JKU cafeteria as well as fruit and beverages.

Will my child stay overnight at the JKU as part of Young Kepler University program?
 

No, the program ends at 4:00 PM and childre are to return home. Parents/legal guardians can pick their child up after the program ends.

How many children in all can take part in the JKU Young Kepler University program?
 

A total of 240 children will have the opportunity to actively take part in the program during November 2022. This means that each Saturday in November, 80 children and teens will liven up the JKU campus! Program participants will be divided into 3-4 groups according to age, with a maximum of 20 participants in each group.

Where is the Info Point?

The Info Point is located in the JKU Kepler Hall.

Which workshops will my child attend?

Your child can expect to take part in a colorful mix of hands-on, age-appropriate workshops and presentations on various topics as well as fun & games!

Will my child have a better chance of getting into the program
if I sign him/her up more than once?

No, the registration list will be reviewed before spots are allocated. This gives each and every child an equal chance in the drawing to get a spot in the program.

Where can I park when I drop off/pick up my child?

If possible, please take public transportation to get the JKU. The Info Point at the Kepler Hall is only a 5 minute walk from the tram stop "Universität" (tram lines 1 or 2). In addition, the bus stops for the express bus lines 311 and 77 are located close to Kepler Hall.

If using public transportation to get to the JKU is not an option, you can park in our main parking lot for 30 minutes free of charge in order to drop off / pick-up your child(ren). This parking lot is located directly next to Kepler Hall.

PLEASE NOTE: Parking in the underground parking garage or in the parking lot directly next to the Science Park buildings is NOT free!