Workshop
If your students are into innovation, problem-solving, or just want to make a difference in the world, this Subject Spotlight is for them!
Secondary
What is a Subject Spotlight?
Subject Spotlights from Springpod fuse education and entertainment to bring students a new way of researching their university options.
About this Spotlight
In this Subject Spotlight, Dave Knapton, Associate Head of School at the University of Sunderland, explores how sustainability is changing the game - shaping everything from product design to manufacturing and even the way companies compete.
Through a series of video episodes, Dave will introduce students to the evolution of sustainability in manufacturing before looking at how products move from idea to reality and how engineers design with sustainability in mind.
Throughout the spotlight, students will have the chance to take part in interactive quizzes and understand more about studying sustainable engineering at university.
Key details
All content is free and available on-demand.
Students will be able to download a certificate of completion after finishing this workshop.
Improve engagement, interest or enjoyment in STEM subjects
Improve attainment and progress in STEM subjects
Learning what the engineering workplace is like
Develop engineering employability skills
Improve awareness and aspirations for STEM-related study and careers
Challenge stereotypes by showing the diversity of disciplines, people and skills involved in engineering
The Gatsby benchmarks are a framework for good careers guidance for schools across all of England and in some areas across the rest of the UK. This experience helps your school to reach the following benchmarks:
The essential skills every young person needs to succeed in education and their future career. Find out more at the Skills Builder Partnership. This experience builds the following skills:
Aiming high - the ability to set clear, tangible goals and devise a robust route to achieving them.
Listening - the ability to listen and understand information.
Problem solving - the ability to find a solution to a complex situation or challenge.
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