STEM @ Sunderland – Free Careers Advice for Post 16 Students

Free Regional STEM Careers Guidance Event for Post 16 Students
Date: Wednesday 15th March 2012, 10am – 2pm
Venue: University of Sunderland, Dale Building, Sciences Complex, City Campus, Sunderland

Held within National Science and Engineering Week the STEM @ Sunderland Event is a hands on showcase event highlighting STEM careers and building the links between education and industry. Aimed at year 12 students with an interest in STEM careers and those who are considering university progression the event is open to schools and colleges from across the north east region. Delivered as a joint venture between The University of Sunderland, STEM Outreach at Newcastle College and RTC North Ltd; students will engage in employer led workshops across the four STEM disciplines. Participating companies include:

• Proctor and Gamble
• BT
• 3M
• EDF energy
• Thorne Lighting
• NHS careers
• NHS Pathology labs
• SABIC
• Siemans

Additional activities will be provided by ICE and Go Motorsports with a series of stimulating and exhilarating activities also offered by the University of Sunderland including Real Man Simulation (Sim Man) and Xsens MVN Biomech Suit.

Held at the Sciences Complex, City Campus, University of Sunderland; groups students will have access to regional and national employers, advice on STEM careers and university progression routes including funding advice and an insight into STEM opportunities.

Information for teachers

• Open to 10 x year 12 students (per institution) interested in STEM careers and university progression
• Interactive sessions delivered by companies and STEM ambassadors and supported by university students
• Opportunity to meet and talk to current STEM employers encouraging education and industrial links for the school / college and employer contact, information and advice for the student
• Access to University information and advice throughout the day
• All students will receive 6 x 30 minutes taster workshops with sessions allocated to schools in advance
• It is anticipated that 18 schools from across the region will take receive a place therefore allocation given on a first come first served basis
• Unfortunately lunch is NOT provided therefore packed lunches must be brought by individuals

Registration

For further information and to register your school for this event please contact STEM Outreach at ambassadors@ncl-coll.ac.uk