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STEM locomotion Technical subjects are more popular than ever. Luckily, our region is well-placed to give pupils a proper grounding in these key areas
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cience, technology, engineering and maths – STEM for short (or STEAM when the arts are
And, when it comes to university admissions, the trend continues. The top ten most searched for degree courses are weighted heavily towards STEM-related subjects and include nursing, medicine, psychology, computer science, pharmacy and engineering. Some children seem to have an instant affinity for science; others develop an interest later. Either way, conveying the appeal of STEM subjects in an engaging and relatable way is key. No surprise, then, that schools in our area have a trick or ten up their sleeves when it comes to ensuring that children,
included) – are a crucial component of the school curriculum. They are popular with children, too. A recent study found that STEM subjects are actually some of the lessons most enjoyed in school – computer science, biology and maths were rated top by four in ten children. That’s borne out in the number of students specialising in STEM subjects at school and beyond. In 2023, maths was the most popular A-level subject, followed by psychology, biology and chemistry.
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