Next generation of engineers to be inspired at Scarborough Science and Engineering Week
It takes place next month
The Yorkshire Coast's biggest showcase to inspire young people into skill-based careers is getting set for its 14th annual event.
Scarborough Science and Engineering Week takes place from Tuesday 10th October to Thursday 12th October at Scarborough Spa - and will take the total number of students visiting the dynamic exhibitions to more than 40,000 since it began.
At this year's three-day event, dozens of employers and organisations will be engaging with about 3,000 students aged from seven to 19 from across North Yorkshire to show how science, design, technology, engineering and mathematics skills make a difference.
Exhibitors focus on interactive, hands-on activities and students will be greeted by a mobile robot.
The event is run by the Scarborough Business Ambassadors, with the support of NYBEP (North Yorkshire Business and Education Partnership).
There will also be a free open evening on the Tuesday from 6pm to 8pm for families, the public or anyone interested in career changes. No booking is required and students of Scalby School, which is not attending, can join this session.
Employers are invited to exhibit in the Employer Zone, dedicated to interactive STEM activities.
Post 16-18 education and training providers are invited to exhibit in the Education Zone, which is dedicated to providing impartial information on STEM studies.
Jo Thompson, who chairs the Ambassadors, said: "We are very pleased to be holding this important event for the 14th year.
“There is such a huge shortage of local and national skills across the board that we all need to help promote the fantastic and wide-ranging career opportunities that are available - and skills which we need for our growth and prosperity.
"I would like to thank all our superb exhibitors for taking part this year and over previous years, and our much-appreciated sponsors who enable us to create this wonderful showcase."
Anglo American
The Anglo American team is gearing up to bring its pioneering Woodsmith Project to life at Scarborough Science and Engineering Week as they aim to inspire the next generation of engineers in the local area.
The company aims to help increase awareness of the wide-ranging opportunities in the local area.
Students will be able to try their hand at three interactive games, focussed on cyber security, soil science and engineering, with more activities and information also available on their stand, including geology, design and data science.
Richard Adams, Education Programme Specialist at Anglo American, said: “We’re incredibly proud to be continuing our long-standing support for Scarborough Science and Engineering Week.
“It’s hugely important to us to inspire young people and show them the huge range of exciting apprenticeship and career opportunities available to them in this area, particularly here at Anglo American. Hopefully we can inspire some of them to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.”
The schedule:
Tuesday October 10: Pre-registered secondary schools and colleges, plus open evening 6pm-8pm – for families, the public and career changing
Wednesday October 11: Pre-registered secondary schools and colleges, plus awards and dinner created by catering and hospitality students of Scarborough TEC
Thursday October 12: Pre-registered primary schools
Businesses have an opportunity to sponsor the awards, aimed at celebrating the contributions of the exhibitors. The Scarborough Business Ambassadors will be inviting students, teachers and families attending the event to vote for the best exhibitions - visually, most informative; most interactive (sponsored by Made Smarter) and the most informative STEM Apprentice.
Nominations are invited for the Vaugn Bulmer Award for the Most Exceptional Young Engineer, held in recognition of the Plaxton director who was instrumental to the event's success in the early years.
Exhibitors include: Anglo American, NHS, University of York - Physics, Flamingo Land, Smailes Goldie, Made Smarter, Army, McCains Food Ltd, Castle Group, Deep Sea Electronics, IET, Legrand, Cirrus Research, Navy, Unison, Dale Power, Alexander Dennis/Plaxtons, Scarborough TEC, Scarborough Construction Skills Village, CU Scarborough, Beyond Housing.
Businesses interested in participating can contact Claire Healy events@nybep.org.uk or on 01904 942300.