Engineering Work Experience & Career Day
Engineering is a very broad subject and a really popular one to study at university as the career prospects after graduating are very strong.
From everyday machines and tools to advanced devices, engineers create and improve the technologies we use daily. The field encompasses various disciplines, including mechanics, electronics, civil engineering, and computer engineering, as well as specialised areas like transportation, underwater exploration, space, robotics, and agriculture.
Most universities will offer general Engineering degrees as well as more specialised options too. A general engineering degree is a good option if you want to keep your options open about the type of engineer you want to become. You can later specialise through a master's program or on-the-job training in areas such as aeronautics, railway infrastructure, or renewable energy systems.
On our online Engineering career day you’ll learn all about the profession, the job roles available to you, how to get a place at university, how to secure a top job at the end of it and also get some work experience too.
Engineering Applications - The Morning
The morning session of your Engineering careers day focuses on what you need to do to secure a place at university and the different careers it can open up for you. We start off by examining where an Engineering degree can take you.
Engineering degrees typically award a BEng (Bachelor of Engineering) and usually take three years to complete, with an optional fourth year to earn an MEng (Master of Engineering). Some degrees are more specialised such as Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering.
We’ll discuss the various career options with you, mapping out routes into each one before we move onto how to secure a place at university to study Engineering at University.
To pursue an engineering degree, universities typically prefer candidates with A-Levels in mathematics, physics, and/or other sciences. Entry requirements vary by institution, with some universities requiring high grades (e.g., straight As) and others being more flexible.
To be accepted into an engineering course, you'll need to meet specific academic criteria. This generally includes strong performance in relevant subjects at the A-Level or equivalent qualifications.
Engineering Work Experience - The Afternoon
After lunch your afternoon session is dedicated to gaining some Engineering work experience.
As we mentioned, engineering is a broad term and covers many different disciplines but we’ll cover all of the main ones and for our work experience we’ll focus on Structural Engineering. You and your fellow students on the course will have to use all your creativity and engineering prowess to design a world record breaking roller coaster. Your task will have you tackling engineering calculations, decision making and cost trade offs, risk analysis and construction methodology.
We finish up the day with a Q&A session where its your chance to ask anything you may want to know about applying to Engineering degrees, career choices or life as a Engineer.
This is a great opportunity to meet with professionals to give you a real understanding of Engineering as a university and career choice through expert advice and guidance.
You’ll receive a certificate of course completion and have a detailed understanding of the various career options open to you and what an Engineering course entails, as well as some very useful Engineering work experience too.
Upcoming Psychology Work Experience and Careers Days
Saturday, December 7th 2024 - Online
What are the Timings?
The course begins at 11am and finishes at 4pm GMT & is available to watch for 60 days afterwards as a recording if you can’t make it on the day.
Who can attend?
Students of any age from all countries with an interest in Engineering careers can attend.
What are the costs?
All courses are £69 for the full day.
Will I get a certificate for this course?
Yes, a personalised certificate will be sent to you within 2 weeks of completing this course.