From theory to silicon processing to characterization – start or continue your silicon solar cell research journey.
Facilitators
The Course
Silicon Wafer to Solar Panel
Hands-on processing experience
Advance your Knowledge
Understand the fundamental theory behind silicon solar cell
Expand your network
Meet other researchers working on renewable energy to share ideas and knowledge
Who Should Attend
Early-Mid Career Researcher (EMCR)
Post Graduate Student
PV Engineers from Industry
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Australian/NZ Visa/Residents ONLY. Applications Close on 3rd November, 2025.
FAQs
Yes, if you want to learn about the current industry processes and technology this is a great course for you.
- We expect participants from a range of engineering/chemistry/physics backgrounds so there is no required prior knowledge.
- Yes, there is some funding for travel and accommodation. This can be applied for in the Expression of Interest Form.
Yes! For the most hazardous processes you will watch experienced demonstrators process your wafers, but there is still plenty of hands-on aspects.
Participants are responsible for finding their own accommodation. There are plenty of accommodation options near Central Station and Circular Quay, with frequent bus and light rail links to the UNSW Kensington Campus.
There are frequent bus and light rail links to the UNSW Kensington Campus from Central Station and Circular Quay.
Yes, there will be some free time during the course to further work on the
As the spaces are highly limited, it is expected that participants attend the entire course. Failure to do so may result in the loss of the deposit.
The inaugural 2025 course is free of charge, though there is a $100 refundable deposit to ensure attendance. In 2026 there will be a small charge to cover operating costs.
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