The STEM sector has been riding a seemingly endless wave of growth. As humankind continues to reach for the stars, the work undertaken in tech, research and design is expanding exponentially. This has led to the creation of new job types and also to immense skills gaps across the sector. Employer demand for STEM qualifications and skills is high and will continue to increase in the future.
STEM is more than just a group of subjects it more closely reflects a skills set. It uses logic to creatively solve problems.
With STEM skills, you can make a big contribution to many of the big challenges facing society today. From designing visual for a new film, to working as a physiotherapist in a hospital, to inventing a new hi-tech health scanner, to manufacturing a new mobile phone, to writing the code for a new software programme or putting new satellites into space, there are thousands of exciting and well-paid opportunities.
There are different routes into STEM careers at different educational levels, from level 5 and 6, through apprenticeships or from relevant degrees and master programmes.
STEM crosses all career sectors and nearly every job in the future will require STEM/STEAM skills. In this page we are bringing together information on some of the more obvious STEM sectors.
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Physical and Mathematical Sciences is a broad sector, with many potential career paths for those with qualifications and suitable skillsets, including medical work, engineering, teaching, finance and technology.
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Biological and Biomedical Sciences is the study of life, from the fundamental building blocks of our genes to the largest animals that inhabit our...
Environmental Studies with Business combines the study of sustainability and environmental issues with business areas such as accounting and...
In the first semester, you will study topics in physics including mechanics, heat, electricity, magnetism, and methods of measurement. You will...
Electronic and Computer Engineering is a course that aims to integrate two separate engineering fields to meet the joint demands made by the...
This course would suit individuals with an interest in mechanical systems, plant maintenance, and industrial machinery. It is ideal for those who...
If you are interested in studying Statistics with an Arts and Humanities or Social Science subject, then this degree could be for...
Geography
Geography is the study of Earth’s landscapes, peoples, places and environments. Fundamentally it is about the world in...
In the BSc degree students study a broad range of subjects inlcuding Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering Science, Mathematics – and...
You will learn about the basics of computing/software development, and then decide which of the specialisms you think best suits your personal...
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Studies the elementary constituents of matter and radiation, and the interactions between them.
Study of invertebrate animal fossils, such as mollusks, echinoderms, and others. Vertebrate Palaeontology: The study of vertebrate fossils, from primitive fishes to mammals. Human Palaeontology (Paleoanthropology): The study of prehistoric human and proto-human fossils.
Designs the individual levels, and the overall sequence of levels in a video game.
Responsible for the day to day tasks involved in keeping an engineering production process working safely and efficiently.
Implements and monitors security protocols at the development stages of software systems, networks and data centres. Someone who helps customers improve the security of their computer and IT system’s infrastructure.
Wash and polish windows, and collect money for the service provided.
Aromatherapy is a form of alternative medicine which uses essential oils, scents and smells to improve a patient's mood or health.
Caretakers look after the upkeep and security of buildings and their grounds.
Designs and develops solutions to complex computer applications problems, system administration issues, or networks.
Investigates computer-based crime and gathers evidence to help build a case against suspected individuals or criminal networks.
Designs and creates web pages and internet sites for businesses and private individuals.
Designs and creates an app for just about any computing device, from desktop computers to mobile devices. Once the app exists, the developer will help test it and correct any bugs prior to the launch of the app.