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Becca Gooch, Head of Research at EngineeringUK, comments: “Huge congratulations to all students receiving their GCSE and VTQ results today. Achieving qualifications in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) subjects are key milestones on the route to an engineering and technology career. “Maths and science, like English, are compulsory core subjects at GCSE. Maths entries are up 2.2%, larger than the overall increase in GCSE entries (0.6%), which we believe is due to re-sits.

Publication date: 2026 < Back Share: Share on Facebook Share on X Share on Linkedin Results day in England, Northern Ireland and Wales Today students across England, Northern Ireland and Wales are receiving their 2026 exam results for A levels, T Levels and other Vocational Technical Qualifications. This follows last week’s Scottish Highers results. Becca Gooch, Head of Research at EngineeringUK, comments: “Congratulations to all students receiving their exam results today.

It was time for the summer edition of our Business & Industry Panel. For those new to EngineeringUK, these are hybrid events where we come together with our wonderful Corporate Members. We all share insights and best practice, hosted in person at one of our members’ sites with the option to join online. At the centre of June’s Panel was a collective conversation on one of engineering’s biggest workforce challenges, retaining women in mid-career roles in the sector.

Technical pathway reforms could boost engineering skills pipeline, says EngineeringUK EngineeringUK welcomes the government’s ambition to strengthen technical pathways for young people. These pathways could provide an important route into engineering and technology careers, helping more young people understand the opportunities available and the different routes into them. Demand for engineering and technology skills continues to grow across the UK economy.

New report highlights progress towards a more diverse engineering and technology workforce EngineeringUK Social Impact: Progressing towards our collective mission shows the impact of the work we do for all the communities we serve. It brings together evidence from across our 4 strategy strands - research, leadership, advocacy and activities for schools.

The Code explores... helps STEM outreach organisations learn and improve impact The Code explores... programme is helping organisations across The Tomorrow’s Engineers Code community access practical insights, evidence and resources to strengthen STEM outreach. Developed in response to feedback from Code Signatories, the programme explores topics in depth through a mix of live sessions, on-demand content, practical tools and community discussion over several weeks.

Supporting teachers to connect climate education with engineering careers A new series of short teacher CPD videos has been launched to help more young people understand the role of engineering and technology in tackling climate change. The videos are linked to EUK Education’s Climate Schools Programme. The free, curriculum-linked lessons and activities help students aged 11 to 14 explore solutions to climate change while developing skills such as teamwork, problem-solving and communication.

Thousands of young people discovered the possibilities of engineering and technology This year's Big Bang Fair was another brilliant success in inspiring the next generation of people working in engineering and technology. Held at the NEC in Birmingham from 9 to 11 June, the UK's largest free STEM event for young people welcomed schools from across the country. The Fair comprises hands-on activities, live shows, interactive exhibits and careers inspiration.

Kim Biddulph Head of Engagement Projects , EngineeringUK Kim leads the development and delivery of our activities with schools, such as Energy Quest. She was instrumental in applying a user-centred design process to the development of the Climate Schools Programme. Kim has 25 years of experience designing and developing engagement activities with and for young people of all ages from 0 to 18 and beyond.

Celebrating women in engineering We're proud to support the amazing contributions of women engineers. From ground breaking innovations to inspiring leadership, women in engineering continue to make a difference. Women make up just 17% of the engineering and tech workforce, highlighting the need for stronger representation. Of course, we promote women in engineering all year round, not just for INWED.