About AquaTech

AquaTech is the official Subs in Schools STEM Challenge team from John Curtin College of the Arts, proudly representing our school in Australia’s premier underwater robotics competition.

The Subs in Schools program challenges students to apply real-world STEM skills to design, engineer, build, and market functional underwater vehicles. It promotes innovation, teamwork, and hands-on learning through industry-level projects

Our 2024 Success

In 2024, AquaTech made waves by securing 1st place in the Level 3: Spatial Design category. This achievement reflected the team’s advanced skills in engineering, design, and presentation, setting a strong foundation for future success.

What’s Next in 2025

This year, AquaTech is taking on the next big challenge: the Level 4: Submarine category. This involves creating a fully operational, remotely controlled submarine, requiring deeper technical knowledge, stronger collaboration, and more innovative thinking than ever before.