MathWorks, the leading developer of mathematical computing software, is collaborating with educational organisation Cambridge Area 14-19 Partnership to run an event highlighting the importance of STEM education both in Cambridge and nationally, to address the skills gap.
Taking place on Wednesday 16th October at MathWorks’ new office location on the Cambridge Business Park, the event will show how technology professionals and companies in the greater Cambridge region can support schools to help shape the way STEM subjects are taught and how career guidance is offered to pupils.
The schools curriculum for Computing is in a process of rapid change, with computer science being established as a core subject discipline for the first time. This is an excellent example of industry collaborating with education to drive change. STEM based industries are a major driver of growth in the Cambridge region, but a shortage of new recruits with appropriate skills can hold companies back. Providing opportunities for students to develop and harness their STEM skills not only enhances their employment prospects, but also helps build a pipeline of future employees.
Sham Ahmed, managing director of MathWorks UK said: “Collaboration between industry and education is crucial in inspiring young people and in helping them to understand and appreciate the range of exciting applications of STEM subjects. It is our responsibility to ensure that the future generation of engineers, scientists and mathematicians are given the education they need to succeed. We are excited to be part of this initiative.’
Anne Bailey of Cambridge Area 14-19 Partnership said: “To be successful at work, young people will need much more than good qualifications. Businesses can help students learn what skills they need and start to develop them too. They can also shine a light on the wide range of careers out there and encourage students to push themselves beyond what they think is possible.”
The evening will consist of a number of short presentations and case studies. The keynote will be provided by Simon Peyton-Jones, Principal Researcher at Microsoft Research, on the new Computing curriculum, the Computing at School group that drove many of the changes, and how technology professionals can help.
This event is open to anyone who is committed to the STEM education of a new generation and eager to work with students to improve their STEM skills and employability. It should also appeal to those managing Corporate Social Responsibility activities or would like to build their brand awareness .
For further information and to join the discussion please see: https://www.mathworks.co.uk/company/events/seminars/seminar79948.html
The Cambridge Area 14-19 Partnership (CAP) comprises 18 state secondary schools, four 16-19 colleges, five special schools and one PRU across Cambridge, East Cambridgeshire and South Cambridgeshire. With roughly 3,300 students per year group, this is approximately 23,000 students from years 7-13. The aim of the Employer Links project is to improve students' employability skills and successful progression through greater employer engagement in education.
MathWorks is the leading developer of mathematical computing software. MATLAB, the language of technical computing, is a programming environment for algorithm development, data analysis, visualisation, and numeric computation. Simulink is a graphical environment for simulation and Model-Based Design for multidomain dynamic and embedded systems. Engineers and scientists worldwide rely on these product families to accelerate the pace of discovery, innovation, and development in automotive, aerospace, electronics, financial services, biotech-pharmaceutical, and other industries. MathWorks products are also fundamental teaching and research tools in the world's universities and learning institutions. Founded in 1984, MathWorks employs more than 2800 people in 15 countries, with headquarters in Natick, Massachusetts, USA.
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