Celebrating Women in Engineering
As International Women in Engineering Day is upon us, Siu Ho, Firmware Engineer at Casella, shares the challenges and opportunities for female engineers, her motivation for working in…
STEM careers
What does STEM stand for?
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. It represents an interdisciplinary approach to education and careers, integrating these four key disciplines.
What are STEM careers?
STEM careers are a wide range of professions that involve expertise in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Individuals pursuing STEM careers contribute to innovation, research, and development across various industries.
What are some examples on STEM careers in the UK?
STEM careers in the UK span diverse fields. Some examples include software developers, engineers (civil, mechanical, electrical, etc.), data scientists, pharmacists, research scientists, mathematicians, and IT professionals. These professionals play crucial roles in advancing technology, solving complex problems, and driving scientific advancements.
Why Education Holds the Key to Closing the STEM Gender Gap
The pandemic has accelerated digital transformation and adoption across the globe, and as a result STEM careers have been pushed to the forefront. However, while…
Does Further and Higher Education Prepare STEM Students for a Career in Engineering?
The UK is experiencing a skills gap in science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM) roles. According to the IET, there’s a shortage of over 173,000…
Why Colleges Should Care About STEM Retention
Colleges, universities and other institutions invest heavily in getting students in STEM programs because they are pathways to quality careers in high-demand and economically important…
School is the key to motivating young people into the STEM industry
To get more students studying #STEM, we need to engage them and demonstrate the real-world applications of science, argues Sean O’Sullivan from biotechnology company Illumina.…
Let’s inspire a new generation of women in STEM subjects
I’m sure International Women’s Day (08 March) means different things to different people. To many women, it will be a platform to redress the gender…
1000 female students to access STEM careers in Northern Ireland
Government launches new work experience programme with Speakers for Schools to inspire the next generation of female scientists, engineers and innovators Over 10 employers partner…
Creativity, diversity, and inclusivity: changing the way we think about STEM careers
STEM education is an investment into the future. The current state of the climate crisis has highlighted the urgency and importance of nurturing prospective scientists…