Promoting engineering
Starting resources to the world of engineering and technology.
Regional activities
The IET has a network of members who work with schools in their area on a voluntary basis.
Local education funding
The IET provides funding for locally-held educational projects which are endorsed by the Institution’s Local Networks.
External suppliers
Through the ever-growing range of cutting-edge talent schemes, you can get the support and space you need to make that crucial next step for a career in the industry.
The Manufacturing industry requires creative multi disciplined individuals. This project emulates a work situation where specialists come together to resolve a complex problem and share intellectual and practical resources to affect a solution.
Advancing Physics is an up-to-date course designed to make the most of the challenges and opportunities offered by the Advanced Subsidiary (AS) and Advanced Level course structures. It is examined by the awarding body OCR and was developed by the Institute of Physics, with support from the IET.
We provide scholarships to young engineers as they embark on their 6th form studies, to encourage them to take up an engineering career at University.
Discover interactive exhibits and special exhibitions, take in a Planetarium show or join our Live science team for fun experiments and activities.
Promoting the discovery, understanding and enjoyment of the world around us alongside contemporary science issues.
CLEAPSS is an advisory service providing support in science and technology for a consortium of local authorities and their schools including establishments for pupils with special needs.
The D & T Association is the recognised professional association which represents all those involved in design and technology education and associated subject areas.
We unite industry, educators and government in collaborative, employer-led action to ensure the UK has the technology-related skills to compete in the global economy.
Providing you with access to a dedicated training resource and a wealth of in-depth support material - all of which is designed to help promote, teach and support electronics and communications technology within the school curriculum.
The Engineering Education Scheme (England) is an EDT Programme which links teams of four Year 12 students and their teacher with local companies to work on real scientific, engineering and technological problems.
Educational resource for Key Stage 4 Science students, containing educational information, animations and interactive activities, as well as interviews with scientific experts who work in the cosmetic, toiletry and perfumery industry. Parts of this resource are also suitable for Key Stage 3 students.
The Further Mathematics Network can enable you to study Further Mathematics A/AS qualifications, even when they are not offered directly by your school/college.
Imagineering is a special initiative aimed at encouraging young people to consider engineering as a future career by capturing their enthusiasm at a young age and this year's Fair will also highlight Imagineering Clubs - out-of-school Clubs for youngsters to go 'imagineering' all year round.
Latest curriculum development initiatives, Affiliated Schools Scheme and professional development courses, as well as resource links and information about the various support networks available.
Single goal: to improve the skills of England’s young people and adults to ensure we have a workforce of world-class standard.
The Learning Grid has been created to meet the needs of students, teachers and industry by bringing together different programmes and competitions for young people.
PITCOM, in partnership with The IET and e-skills UK, are staging Make IT Happy 2010.
MEI is committed to improving mathematics education and is involved in a range of activities to fulfil this aim.
The Millennium Mathematics Project (MMP) is a maths education initiative for ages 5 to 19 and the general public, based at the University of Cambridge but active nationally and internationally.
NOISE (New Outlooks In Science & Engineering) is a UK-wide campaign funded by the Engineering & Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC). It's aimed at 14 - 19 year olds, and is bright, good-looking and has lots of great information, including some fun experiments to try and home and some really interesting careers profiles - and some great blogs!
We inspect and regulate to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages.
Plus magazine opens a door to the world of maths, with all its beauty and applications, by providing articles from the top mathematicians and science writers on topics as diverse as art, medicine, cosmology and sport.
The Academy is committed to the support of engineering education from the sixth form through to postgraduate level and continuing professional development.
Ambassadors are individuals from a wide variety of STEM backgrounds, from all across the UK, who offer their time, enthusiasm and expertise to help schools inspire young people.
Take your students beyond the classroom. We turn science into a thrilling learning experience – and so can you.
Science Worlds exists to encourage 16-19 year olds to pursue careers in the core STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) subject areas.
Modern Apprenticeships offer people aged over 16 the chance of paid employment linked with the opportunity to train for jobs at craft, technician and management level.
Hosted by a diverse range of organisations, operating at a local level, SETPOINTs can provide access to high quality meaningful activities and schemes for students and schools.
An independent educational charity that runs a broad range of inspirational engineering programmes for students from Years 8-12 of the National Curriculum. Programmes vary from one-day, in-school sessions to four-day residential courses. Each one is designed to maximise hands on engineering time for students in the company of engineers and instructors.
STEMNET aims to ensure that more young people in the UK make a choice to enter science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) related careers at all levels, and future generations are properly informed about the science and technology that surrounds them.
Techniquest is an educational charity, established in 1986 and based in Cardiff, Wales. Our mission is to engage people with science and to motivate them to learn more and we also address science-related areas such as maths, engineering and technology.
At Thinktank, Birmingham's science museum, we believe that learning and fun go hand-in-hand.
Recently broadcast on BBC2`s Learning Zone, this science video series gives a unique insight into the everyday lives of young scientists and engineers from more unusual backgrounds.
W5 is Ireland´s only interactive discovery centre. Let your imagination turn, twist and fly through over 160 interactive exhibits in four dynamic exhibition areas.
The WISE campaign collaborates with a range of partners in encouraging UK girls of school age to value and pursue STEM or construction related courses in school or college, and move on into related careers.
The Year in Industry provides talented young people with paid, degree relevant work placements in the year out before or during their university course.
Young Engineers Clubs Scotland is organised by the Scottish Council for Development and Industry (SCDI), whose purpose is to inspire young people to recognise the importance and excitement of a career in science, engineering and technology.
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