Women in STEM
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics - and these are all subjects we can start learning at school! Young Scot are working with The Scottish Government to improve gender imbalances in participation of STEM courses at college and university. Overall, girls are under-represented in STEM subjects in schools, colleges and universities. Gender stereotypes are a major factor contributing to these imbalances - you have the power to change this!
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InformationVIDEO: Part 4 - What NOT to Say to a Woman in STEM
Dr. Francesca Lezzi works at the University of Edinburgh in the School of Mathematics where she uses her passion for maths to try and engage with the community and convince them that maths can be fun! -
InformationWhat is STEM?
Not sure what STEM is and why everyone is talking about it? We give you some quick info so you know what STEM is all about! -
InformationLearning About STEM Outside of the Classroom
Are you interested in learning more about Science, Technology, Maths or Engineering (STEM)… but want to do it on your own time outside of education? -
InformationVIDEO: Part 2 - What NOT to Say to a Woman in STEM
We spoke to Ashley, a framework manager from Morrison construction, who tackles some of the stereotypes about working in her field. -
InformationVIDEO: Part 1 - What NOT to Say to a Woman in STEM
We spoke to Rachel, a forensic laboratory technician working in Glasgow, who challenges some of the stereotypes around women working in STEM. -
InformationMake Your STEM Job Application Stand Out
Planning on applying for a job or course in a STEM area and want to make your application really stand out? Here are some of our tips on what you can do to make your application pop! -
InformationWhy You Should Be Thinking About STEM in School
STEM subjects are so important because they form the foundation of so many careers, not just scientists or engineers! We look at STEM in real life, what subjects you can do at school and what this will mean for your future. -
RewardsDissecting The Myths Around STEM
Despite STEM being such an important aspect in our society, there are still a lot of misconceptions about STEM subjects at school, STEM careers and women in STEM, to name a few. We've dissected some of those myths! -
Information3 Reasons Why Women In STEM Are Important
Did you know that women only make up 14.4% of the UK STEM industry? Here's why getting more women into the STEM industries is important! -
InformationSTEM Jobs You Maybe Didn't Know About
There are loads of options for jobs when it comes to studying STEM at school and beyond. Check out some of these options to find out what's out there, what's involved in the job and what you need to study at school. -
Information4 Inspirational Female Inventors
Over the years, lots of women have been at the forefront of STEM - inventing, discovering and pioneering in science, technology, engineering and maths. Check out some of these inspiring women who have discovered, invented and worked on things we use to this day! -
InformationVIDEO: Part 3 - What NOT to Say to a Woman in STEM
We spoke to Lorna, an electrical engineer who discusses some of the stereotypes she can face working in STEM industries.
