Future of Work: Bristol and Bath Students Explore the World of Propulsion Engineering

IAAPS recently took part in the Future of Work event, working with schools across the southwest. Students were invited to the Bristol and Bath Science Park, explored our state-of-the-art facility, and were shown examples of propulsion systems technologies including hydrogen, sustainable and advanced electric propulsion.

The student racing team at Bath University also showcased their latest racing car which competed in the UK and Europe as part of Formula Student. The BMW i8 research car and our very own world-class driving simulator, created in collaboration with Ansible Motion were also on display.

Professor Chris Brace, IAAPS’ Executive Director, said: “Engineering is diverse and rewarding career that gives huge societal benefits, but many young people don’t know enough about engineering to help them choose it as a career path. Anything we can do to help promote engineering as a great career option is worth spending time on.

“The South West is one of the country’s top locations for high tech careers and we would like more of our local young people to take the first steps toward the profession by studying engineering at one of the great universities in the region.

“The Future of Work event is a great day to show young people all the career opportunities offered through engineering, and we’re delighted that at IAAPS we can open our doors to show young people our world-leading capabilities.”

Students from Somerset Studios also showed their admiration for the exciting projects and facilities at IAAPS:

“It really helps to find out what’s out there and understand what you like to do.”

“I’m happy to see places like this and see all the technologies.”

We were delighted to host students at IAAPS, and fascinating projects and exciting work we do were sure to inspire the next generation of engineers. If you work in education and are interested in organising a visit, get in touch via enquiries@iaaps.co.uk