UK welding sector faces crisis as shortage exceeds 35,000 workers
Industry leaders warn that the UK’s welding skills gap threatens manufacturing and infrastructure, with calls for urgent Government, education and industry action.
E.ON and STEM Returners launch second return-to-work programme
The programme offers a 12-week placement with hybrid working, covering roles in engineering and technology.
Causeway invests a further £1m to boost digital skills for young people
The next phase will focus on getting more girls involved and reaching more young people in under-served areas.
Government to fund 100 master’s scholarships in AI and STEM
Students will also get access to work placements and mentorships, including at the UK’s AI Security Institute.
Engineering UK launches STEM guide to support careers in engineering and technology
The guide is aimed at careers programme leads in schools and looks to help them highlight engineering and technology as options for students.
Defence pact talks must prioritise STEM talent, says Engineering by Murray
Engineering by Murray has called for a renewed focus on skills and workforce needs in defence as the UK and EU edge closer to a joint procurement pact.
Government defence spending must focus on skills development – Engineering by Murray
STEM industries have been plagued by a shortage of technical engineers for several years, with the Institute of Mechanical Engineers warning of a workforce crisis.
Rising tuition fees push Gen Z to STEM degrees with higher earning potential, research finds
In contrast, applications for language courses have declined by 13.06%, reflecting a shift towards degrees with higher financial returns.
Solutions architect ranked as the highest earning job in tech, research reveals
A new study has unveiled that the solutions architect role is the highest earning tech job making around £72,600 per year.
How role models can inspire girls in maths and finance
Feryal Nadeem, chief risk officer at OneFamily, discusses the importance of female role models in inspiring girls in maths and finance-related industries.
Up to £6000 available for teachers of key subjects in new government initiative
The UK government announces a £6000 incentive for teachers of STEM, construction, engineering, and early years, backed by a £200 million investment, .
