How can we transform education to build the engineering talent of tomorrow?

With challenges like achieving net zero emissions and driving sustainable economic growth becoming ever more pressing, it’s clear that the demand for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) skills has never been higher. The latest report from EngineeringUK, ‘Advancing STEM Careers Provision in England’, sheds light on how we can – and must – do better in preparing the next generation of engineers for the workforce.

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The report is timely. With the Government’s focus on reaching its looming 2030 net zero targets and making the UK “open for business”, it’s essential we ask ourselves: are our schools and universities equipped to inspire and prepare students for the STEM careers needed to drive such development? Unfortunately, the answer is: not yet.

Only 61 percent of schools offer STEM-related work experience to students. That’s a significant missed opportunity, especially when you consider the ripple effect further down the line. So, why are schools falling short in providing this much-needed engineering talent pipeline?

Read the full article in DPA's October 2024 issue