Make a difference with engineering

Engineering is about making a difference by solving problems, improving and designing things. 

 

How could you use engineering to change how we power our world, the way we use things, how we eat or the way we move?

 

Get inspired to consider a career in green engineering with all the content below!

Insta Meet The Future You 2

Quiz

Meet the future you

In a few short questions students can find out how their skills and passions could lead to an exciting job in engineering.

Take the quiz

Explore these case studies

Get your teacher to book these experiences for your class

Icon representing Secondary education Secondary
Workshop

Cars Maths in Motion F1 Simulation Day

Students work in teams to set up virtual racing cars and then compete against each other in a Formula 1 Grand Prix simulation.

  • Ages 11 to 14
  • In-school
  • Full day
  • Cost applies Bursaries available
Icon representing Primary education Primary
Workshop

Lego SPIKE Coding Workshop

Learn to code your own Lego robot with Drax's Community and Education team. Available to schools near Drax Power Station.

  • Ages 9 to 11
  • In-school
  • 1 to 2 hours
  • Free
Icon representing Primary education Primary
Workshop

Power to Drive

Students build, problem solve, test and race a miniature electric car!

  • Ages 7 to 11
  • In-school
  • 1 to 2 hours
  • Cost applies
Icon representing Primary education Primary
Competition

VEX IQ Robotics Competition

Get involved in the world's largest robotics competition and bring your students' STEM skills to life!

  • Ages 5 to 11
  • In-school
  • Multi-session
  • Cost applies Bursaries available
Icon representing Secondary education Secondary
Workshop

What's a Watt

Students generate electrical energy, and are then given it back in the form of food!

  • Ages 11 to 14
  • In-school
  • Up to an hour
  • Cost applies
Icon representing Primary education Primary
Speaker

I'm a Mathematician, Get me out of here

I’m a Mathematician is a student-led, online enrichment activity that connects students with people working in a diverse range of STEM roles

  • Ages 7 to 11
  • Online
  • Up to an hour
  • Free
Icon representing Secondary education Secondary
Trip

Drax Power Station educational visit

Visit Drax Power Station and immerse your students in the fascinating world of energy generation.

  • Ages 11 to 18+
  • Offsite
    • Drax Power Station, Selby
    • Drax Power Station, Selby
  • Half a day
  • Free
Icon representing Secondary education Secondary
Workshop

Outdoor Engineering

Take your learning outside and discover how engineers develop strength in structures from domes to bridges to teepees and tarp shelters

  • Ages 11 to 18
  • In-school
  • Full day
  • Cost applies

BOOKLET

Parents' guide to engineering careers

Help the adults in your life understand your STEM skills, passion and talent with our parents' guide to engineering careers.

Booklet for parents

Resources for you