Connecting young people with industry and inspiring STEM futures
Experiences
Quality STE(A)M experiences for curious young people
Giving YOUNG PEOPLE opportunities to explore and experience STEM in a unique and virtual way.
We offer experiences designed to raise awareness, and inform young people how STEM is relevant, interesting and leads to a rewarding career. Throughout the experiences, young people have the opportunity to work on hands-on challenges, work towards the nationally recognised Industrial Cadets accreditation whilst interacting with STEM professionals and educators.
Young people will be inspired and...
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gain insight into all things STEM
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progress with making choices and follow a pathway to their dream career
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achieve an Industrial Cadets accreditation
Teachers can be assured...
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that our full range of experiences meet the Gatsby benchmarks
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that our experiences fully support and enhance the career programme in school
CALLING ALL STEM EMPLOYERS
SPONSOR AN EXPERIENCE
that meets your CSR objectives
Partners/Employers- get involved...
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strengthen skills within your team through mentor training and continued professional development.
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raise your community profile and build links with schools and colleges
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inspire young people and contribute towards creating a talent pipeline for your business
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improve social mobility by delivering quality experiences to potential employees of the future
With industry and partner support, we aim to create a proficient future workforce, by delivering quality programmes, helping to develop skills and raise awareness of STEM careers
WHAT STUDENTS SAY ABOUT OUR EXPERIENCES
"I learnt loads and had loads of fun learning how to code robots "
— Student
Experiences for under 13 year olds
When does it run?
AEROSPACE
Industrial Cadets Challenger
The aerospace industry is huge, spanning the planes that take us away on holiday, the rockets and spacecraft that are pioneering space travel, and satellites that allow us to stay connected. Working creatively and collaboratively your students will bring their ideas to life combining the fundamentals of STEM with their own imagination and aerospace knowledge provided by EDT. Interactive and hands on design activities are combined with careers sessions from leading aerospace companies, encouraging students to question their own ideas and interests and consider what the future of space exploration could look like for them and the rest of the world.
When does it run?
Throughout the year
Duration
These activities are designed to be flexible and fit into the school day. Teachers can choose their own timeframes and access activities when it suits them.
When does it run?
ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY
Industrial Cadets Challenger
When does it run?
Throughout the year
Duration
These activities are designed to be flexible and fit into the school day. Teachers can choose their own timeframes and access activities when it suits them.
When does it run?
DIGITAL
Industrial Cadets Challenger
Take a dive into the exciting world of digital technology. STEM professionals all over the world are revolutionising their communities by developing solutions to global problems, utilising technology to make our lives easier and safer. In this introduction to the ever-expanding digital world, students will take part in a variety of hands-on activities inspired by these pioneers, all of which are backed up by interactive sessions with role models from a wide range of STEM industries.
When does it run?
Throughout the year
Duration
These activities are designed to be flexible and fit into the school day. Teachers can choose their own timeframes and access activities when it suits them.
When does it run?
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Industrial Cadets Challenger
Artificial Intelligence is all around us, from keeping us safe on social media, predicting our next search on Google and protecting our bank accounts from fraud. In this programme, students will learn to think critically about technology, asking questions about how artificial intelligence can improve our everyday lives and be used to solve some of the world’s biggest problems. This is all reinforced further by sessions with STEM industry experts, bringing the topic to life through interactions with real world role models.
When does it run?
Throughout the year
Duration
These activities are designed to be flexible and fit into the school day. Teachers can choose their own timeframes and access activities when it suits them.
Experiences for 13-16 year olds
ROUTES INTO STEM
Here is an exciting opportunity to explore the various routes you can take towards your STEM career. This course is designed to give insight into pathways following GCSE's or Nat 5 and Highers, including study routes via colleges, & university and direct apprenticeship routes through industry. This inspiring course is run during half terms and young people will be able to tour a variety of institutions virtually and also have access to live career sessions and mentor panels with STEM employers. Read more...
When does it run?
Duration
Approximately 20 hours of study to be completed flexibly over 3 weeks’
Industrial Cadets Bronze
20th May – 10th June
15th July – 5th August
Scotland: July 2021
Cost
£60 towards the cost of administration and the Industrial Cadets Bronze award. Bursary places are available.
Experiences for over 16 year olds
Insight into University is a comprehensive on-line course allowing students to experience STEM studies at university and the career opportunities that these subjects lead to. It will provide access to information on student life, STEM projects and activities set by leading UK universities and global STEM companies, first year undergraduate lectures, live interactive sessions with academics, admissions tutors, employers and current students. Read more
UNIVERSITY
Industrial Cadets Silver
previously known as Headstart & Inspire
When does it run?
28th June – 20th August 2021
Closing date
Applications close on 31st May
Duration
30 hours to be completed at your own pace.
Cost
£50 towards the cost of administration and the Industrial Cadets Silver award. Bursary places are available.