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SECTOR SPOTLIGHT - ENGINEERING
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Every time a new job in engineering is
created 1.74 jobs are created elsewhere.
Source: The state of engineering, key facts 2018, EngineeringUK
A Levels, Highers and Bachelors Degrees
Useful A Levels / Scottish Highers might include:
• Science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) subjects
• ICT (information, communication, technology)
• Chemistry
• Design technology
More info
The Institution of Engineering
and Technology
www.theiet.org
Engineering Council
www.engc.org.uk
British Engineering
Manufacturers Association
www.bema.co.uk
A degree will give they a sound understanding of the industry and
a recognised qualification to help get their career up and running,
especially if they’re looking to quickly move into a senior role. A vast
amount of courses are available throughout the country and to see what
best suits they and what qualifications (A Levels / Scottish Highers /
Scottish Advanced Highers / IB modules) are required to secure a place.
Examples of the industry-specific degrees available include:
• General engineering,
• Medical engineering,
• Integrated mechanical and engineering,
• Manufacturing and production engineering,
• Fabrication, welding and inspection,
• Industrial design.
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