Getting girls into STEM

As part of International Women's Day on 8 March 2022, we want to celebrate women who work and study in STEM sectors.

Our goal is to make an education and career in STEM achievable for everyone.

By sharing the stories of inspiring role-models we can help make this a reality.

From BTEC to a career in STEM

Hear from our learners

A photograph of a BTEC learner — Science

Becky King - Diagnostic and Imaging Scientist, NHS

Becky completed a BTEC Level 3 in Applied Science back in 2015.

***"Girls in STEM are incredible and if you want to be one of them, do not let anything stop you."***

Read Becky's story

Hear Rey's story

Hear Freya's story

Read Sophie's story

Resources for students

Your future in STEM: A-Z

Where can a BTEC in IT take me?

Where can BTEC Engineering take me?

An image of the careers poster — Whether you want to head for the stars, drill deep into the earth or help build and improve the world around us, there’s a career in engineering for you. We've created a poster highlighting aspirational engineering careers.

Download your free poster

Where can a BTEC in Construction and the Built Environment take me?

An image of the careers guide — You may want to design new buildings and the spaces around you, shape the way towns and cities develop, or lead on sustainable building projects. Whichever career you choose, BTEC Construction can map the way.

Download your free careers guide

Resources for educators

The Royal Society of Chemistry

The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) believes everyone should have access to a high quality chemistry education that’s engaging, stimulating and relevant.

Why not explore their free teaching resources, featuring everything from practical experiments and simulations to tutorials, quizzes, games and videos.

Visit the Royal Society of Chemistry

Share the RSC careers portal with your students to help them explore the huge variety of careers in chemical sciences.

Explore A Future in Chemistry with the RSC

Finally, find out how you can get a special discount for your BTEC learners on RSC affiliate membership for 2022.

Get student discounts on RSC membership

Girls in computing

We're here to help inspire and encourage young women to take an interest in our digital qualifications across GCSE, A Level and BTEC. Whether they are aspiring software developers, digital media producers, or just want to develop a broad overview of IT skills, there is a pathway for everyone.

We had the opportunity to speak to an inspirational group of female colleagues working at TT Games, and hear about the preconceptions they encountered during their career in computing.

Hear their stories

EngineeringUK - Neon Futures

Finding engaging activities to show where engineering is used in the real world can take time. That's why Neon has done the hard work for you, curating the most brilliant experiences so you know they are engaging for your students, are linked to up-to-date careers information and highlight real-world applications of engineering.

Visit Neon

Get involved in MOBIE's challenges

Your learners are vital to the future of housing! We want them to play a major role in shaping our future built environment.

With support from industry, professional bodies and government, MOBIE's competitions attract entries across the entire educational spectrum from primary schools to final year degree students. It's their time to shine!

Explore MOBIE's challenges

Delivering BTEC STEM: Hear from BTEC educators

BTEC Construction

Harkesh Ram, Curriculum Leader at Dudley College tells us about his passion for teaching BTEC Construction qualifications and the benefits to learners going into the industry.

Read the case study

BTEC Engineering

We caught up with Jo Hall, Deputy Head of Engineering at Cronton Sixth Form College, to discuss their initiatives to encourage more girls to study STEM.

Hear Jo's story

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Interested in teaching a BTEC in STEM?

Every department and cohort are unique, which is why we are on hand to help you explore our different BTEC qualifications. If you're thinking about teaching a BTEC in STEM get in touch and we'll help you get started.

Talk to the BTEC team