Pupils from Trinity Primary School have returned to their classroom inspired about careers in construction following the successful pilot of a STEM experience at Edinburgh College. Fifty-eight primary 7s visited the college’s Granton Campus to take a journey through the various stages of construction. From initial design to the erection of buildings, the pupils learned…
Edinburgh College today accepted an award for a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) project that involved working with local schools to build model rocket cars based on one being used for the land speed world record attempt. The college’s Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment has been awarded £500 and a trophy from the…
Edinburgh College was joined today by Minister for Employability and Training Jamie Hepburn and 100 local school pupils to launch its new STEM Manifesto, which sets out how the college will support the growth of the country’s increasingly technology-based industries. Edinburgh College’s STEM Manifesto outlines how the college will deliver STEM-related education to ensure that…
Edinburgh College has been shortlisted for an award for its work in inspiring young people to become the next generation of innovators, pioneers and tech entrepreneurs. The college is one of five finalists shortlisted in the Innovating in STEM education/training category at The Herald Global Game Changers Awards. The awards, in their inaugural year, recognise…
Edinburgh College Civil Engineering Modern Apprentice Jamie Marsh has been recognised by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) with a QUEST Technician Scholarship of £1,500. Jamie is among five students in Scotland who have been awarded the scholarship and was chosen for his commitment to being a good leader team player whilst also being ambitious,…
