In this episode of the podcast, Ben speaks with Dr Hilary Leevers, CEO of Engineering UK, about the future of engineering education and the importance of diversity in the field. We discuss the challenges young people face in pursuing engineering careers, the need for practical experience in STEM education, and the significance of role models in inspiring the next generation.

The conversation also highlights the upcoming Tomorrow's Engineers Week and the importance of aligning young people's passions with career opportunities in engineering and technology.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Engineering Education

03:01 The Journey into Engineering and Diversity Challenges

06:06 Understanding Engineering: Beyond Stereotypes

09:06 The Importance of Practical Experience in STEM

12:03 Tomorrow's Engineers Week: Powering Up Passions

15:04 Career Readiness and Aligning Passions with Opportunities

18:11 The Role of Role Models in Engineering

20:55 Cross-Disciplinary Approaches in Education

23:56 Ethics and Engineering: Navigating Complex Decisions

26:52 Final Thoughts and Quickfire Questions

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