STEM courses and outreach

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1 STEM courses and outreach What STEM can do for you: courses and outreach at the University of Sheffield

2 Claire Wilkinson Faculty of Science Sue Armstrong Faculty of Engineering

3 Entry requirements and making the right choices Types of degree available Typical Career pathways Outreach opportunities and events for schools.

4 Typical entry requirements AAA ABB at Sheffield Check online prospectus! Different at different Universities

5 Student should consider their: Interest: self motivated study Ability: Make realistic choices but think about different scenarios on results day. Career aspirations: but don t make assumptions.

6 A level subject choices Y11 decisions are crucial Dropping key subjects limits choice further down the line A low grade can be as limiting as no grade the ability needs to be there Personal statements less critical

7 A Levels: Biology, Chemistry, Spanish A levels: Biology, English, History Biochemistry Molecular Biology Microbiology Genetics Biomedical Science Neuroscience Physiology Pharmacology Biology Zoology Ecology Conservation biology Environmental science Biochemistry Molecular Biology Microbiology Genetics Biomedical Science Neuroscience Physiology Pharmacology Biology Zoology Ecology Conservation biology Environmental science

8 A-levels: Maths, Physics, Music Aerospace Engineering Automatic Control & Systems Bioengineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Science Electronic & Electrical Engineering Material Science & Engineering Mechanical Engineering

9 A-levels: Physics, Chemistry, Music Aerospace Engineering Automatic Control & Systems Bioengineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Science Electronic & Electrical Engineering Material Science & Engineering Mechanical Engineering

10 A-levels: Maths, Chemistry, Music Aerospace Engineering Automatic Control & Systems Bioengineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Science Electronic & Electrical Engineering Material Science & Engineering Mechanical Engineering

11 BTEC Engineering and Computer Science First year entry - Varies - Generally D*DD plus A level maths Electrical DDD plus a maths test Physics first year entry not accepted Chemistry DDD with specified units Maths DDD with distinction in maths units Biology - DDD in a relevant subject + A Level Biology grade A Foundation Year DDD (including a distinction in further maths) and a minimum of Grade B in GCSE Maths and Science

12 ACCESS Speak to admissions tutor before applying

13 Choosing a University Not all Universities offer all courses Courses with the same name or same UCAS code at different Universities are not the same content Look at detail of course content & teaching Choosing a home as well as course

14 3 and 4 year courses BSc or BEng vs MEng, MPhys etc 4 th year more research and careers focus Individual research projects Professional accreditation Built in back up offer - don t apply to both!

15 Science Courses and Careers

16 60% of graduate careers don t ask for a specific degree Most scientific careers do A science degree keeps your options open

17 Chemistry graduates from Sheffield: BT Becker s industrial coatings Centrica Croda international Dept for Energy Ernst & Young GSK KPMG Proctor and Gamble Tata Steel United biscuits Professional graduate scheme Development chemist Commercial analyst Commercial development programme Civil service fast stream Auditor Physical analyst Trainee chartered accountant Research chemist Graduate trainee (metallurgy) Procurement management

18 Rob Grace MChem Chemistry with a year in Australia. Chemistry Profile Fuels development technologist for BP I find new molecules to add to petrol, testing the modified fuels in different engines to demonstrate the benefits and then translating the results of the test work into marketing claims.

19 Maths graduates from Sheffield AXA Acturis Ernst & Young Health protection agency Capita Intel JP Morgan Norsk Hydro Nuclear decommissioning authority Price Waterhouse Cooper Yorkshire building society University of York Trainee actuary Technical business analyst Audit associate Regional epidemiologist Pensions analyst Software architect Business analyst Research scientist Mathematical modeller Trainee Risk Assessor Capital framework analyst Management information analyst

20 Jayne Sales BSc Maths with study in Europe MSc Statistics (distance learning) PWC Sydney I use statistics to help companies understand their big data so that they can make marketing decisions. Sheffield DWP (Distance learning) Dunhumby, London (Tesco clubcard data) PWC, Syndey - insight analyst

21 Physics graduates from Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre Atkins BAE systems BP Addenbrookes hospital Grant Thornton Hexcel (Carbon fibre composites) Rolls Royce TATA steel Thales (electronics) Defence Science and Technology Laboratory Dynamics engineer Graduate trainee systems engineer Graduate engineering Petrochemical physicist Trainee Medical Physicist Audit associate Research scientist Mechanical design engineer Trainee metallurgist Graduate acoustics engineer Defence analyst

22 Helen: MPhys Physics, followed by PhD. Project engineer for e2v Global company specialising in high performance imaging components and semiconductor technology. Cameras and components for space and earth observation imaging, science and life science imaging, ophthalmology and dental x-ray systems.

23 Biomedical Science graduates: Graduate entry to medical school University research Clinical research associate Teaching Microbiologist Science editor Accountancy Medical sales Hospital dietician Mental health nurse Radiographer Pilates instructor Forensic toxicologist Clinical embryologist Writer for Alzheimer s charity

24 Biology/Zoology: Conservation officer Nature reserve manager Science teacher Accountant Clinical research associate in NHS hospital Forest schools trainer IT consultant Microbiologist for food manufacturer Project manager for sustainable fuels initiative Editorial assistant for biological magazine Statistician for Ministry of Defence

25 What makes you stand out to an employer: Degree Work Experience Extra curricular activities

26 Emerging technologies! Physics graduates of 2016 will be employed by industries that don t as yet exist.

27 Engineering departments and careers

28 The Faculty of Engineering Seven departments: Automatic Control and Systems Engineering, Chemical & Biological Engineering, Civil and Structural Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Two interdisciplinary areas: Aerospace Engineering Bioengineering 6/4/2015 The University of Sheffield shef.ac.uk/engineering

29 Chemical and Biological Engineering Change raw chemicals into products that we can use Develop alternative technologies to combat acid rain lead pollution greenhouse effect

30 Bridges Dams Towers Roads Tunnels Water supply systems Civil and Structural Engineering 04/06/2015 The University of Sheffield

31 Computer Science Course combinations Computer Science Computer Science with Mathematics Physics with Computer Science Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science Enterprise Computing: Information Technology Management for Business Information Technology Management for Business Genesys Solutions Student-run commercial IT company run by 4th Year undergraduates and Masters students The students are responsible for all aspects of the company from the pricing of contracts to maintaining their own intranet

32 Genesys Solutions Student-run commercial IT company run by 4th Year undergraduates and Masters students The students are responsible for all aspects of the company from the pricing of contracts to maintaining their own intranet

33 Electrical and Electronic Engineering Renewable energy sources Building services Power generation Transport networks 04/06/2015 The University of Sheffield

34 Automatic Control & Systems Engineering Ensures that the system is designed so that all components interact together in an effective way. Brings together: computing electronics mechanics aeronautics biomechanics Control engineering is the study of how to manage these systems. 6/4/2015 The University of Sheffield

35 Engineering Materials Materials Science and Engineering is key to most of today s technology lightweight alloys for aircraft superconductors for whole body scanners implants for human body repairs

36 Bioengineering Bioengineering is a new field of engineering that uses engineering expertise to analyse and solve problems in biology and medicine. Replacement parts are designed, tested and manufactured by Materials Engineers using a variety of materials which attempt to mimic the mechanical behaviour of the original natural part.

37 Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineers design, produce, market power stations scientific instruments space craft car plant heart valves Sports equipment 04/06/2015 The University of Sheffield

38 Aerospace Engineering Mechanical Engineering Engineering Materials Computer Science Electronic and Electrical Engineering Automatic Control and Systems Engineering 6/4/2015 The University of Sheffield

39 What will I earn? Starting graduate salaries: University of Sheffield Faculty of Engineering average starting salaries 2013/ /06/2015

40 Examples Student is interested in forensic science Student interested in medicine but unlikely to achieve a place Student interested in computer games design Student wants to study engineering but has no physics Student wants to study Chemistry but not taking Maths Student interesting in Biology courses and considering dropping Chemistry

41 Info and events for school students

42 Local initiatives: Discover STEM 2 year widening participation project Approx 60 students per year from across the region Subject taster sessions Advice and guidance about University

43 Discover STEM Practical workshops, master classes and mini lectures Maths and Science revision sessions Information on student finance and financial support Invitations to Open Days and departmental talks Opportunity to meet and work with current Science, Maths and Engineering students Practical guidance on applying to university and tips on writing an effective personal statement Team building and problem solving residential visit to an outdoor activities centre 04/06/2015

44 STEM event for Year 12 s University Options in Science, Maths and Engineering July 2015 Physical sciences

45 Science and Engineering champions: team of undergraduates who can visit your school to talk to students. Women in Engineering day 21 June Winter Gardens Y9-11 girls event - day of activities and mini lectures in March - NSEW Maths activities lectures, problem classes, STEP preparation Chemistry schools lab practical classes for Y12 students

46 How can students find out more about engineering? Year 11 Arkwright Scholarships See website - Year 11 students intending to take maths, science and DT A levels can apply to be Arkwright Scholars Year 12 Headstart Summer Schools See website - Year 12 students studying maths and science A levels can apply NOTE apply by January of year /06/2015 The University of Sheffield

47 Other sources of information STEM Explore Student profiles, videos, graduate profiles, week in the life. Wall of Women

48 Thank you! University Open Days 18th June, 10 and 11 July, 5 September, 24 October.