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Has 2018 really been the Year of Engineering?

My editorial comment this month looks at the Government backed Year of Engineering campaign and its success over the last year.

29/11/2018 11:53:29

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Before we say goodbye to 2018, I want to focus on what a year it’s been – the
Year of Engineering! If you didn’t know, this was the Government’s national campaign to increase awareness and understanding of what
engineers do among young people aged 7-16, their parents and their teachers. Throughout the year, the campaign has encouraged
young people from all backgrounds to take a closer look at engineering, challenge stereotypes and showcase the variety and creativity
of this forward-looking and innovative sector.

The question is, has it worked?

Read the full article in the December issue of DPA

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.