In October 2007 the Department of Education and the Department for Employment and Learning launched the draft document Preparing for Success for consultation. The aim was to make policy proposals for the future development of Careers Education,Information,Advice and Guidance and to set out a strategy that...

This report looks at how classroom teaching be improved to enhance students’ learning of STEM subjects and improve the uptake of STEM careers. The report draws out key points of interest for senior leaders.

The Ingenious project successfully enabled a range of schools across 26 European countries to effect...

Document summarises UK secondary school and post-16 inspection guidelines for careers development across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Linking Careers to the STEM Curriculum is a careers resource aimed at teachers of science, design and technology, computing, engineering and mathematics. It offers immediate ideas to try, longer term solutions and resource recommendations for linking careers to lessons.

This guide will help you to:

Published in May 2012, this report from Sheffield Hallam University's Centre for Education and Inclusion Research, aimed to explore the impact of the support for the CPD of teachers provided by the Science Learning Centres on individual teachers’ career progression and retention within the profession.

The...

Biomedical Horizons is a multi-pronged project, funded by the Wellcome Trust, designed to raise awareness and spark discussion about the biomedical sciences – from pursuing a career to their role within society.

The aim of this resource is to:
* raise awareness of biomedical sciences and the variety...

The land-based and environmental sector is an important area of employment in Scotland with more than 1 in 10 businesses in the sector. Land-based and environmental businesses enhance the quality of life, improve well-being, supply quality assured food production, ensure the health and welfare of animals, provide...

Career decisions are often based on areas of personal interest. 75% of 16-18 years said that they would be interested in careers in business, technology, science, engineering and working with animals.  A career in farming and food supply can be all these things.

Aquaculture is the farming of certain types of freshwater and marine fin fish and shellfish. There is also new technology in the farming of seaweed and sea urchins.

Arboriculture workers carry out a variety of jobs to care for and maintain trees, including cultivating, managing and studying individual trees.

This information sheet provides an overview to the range of jobs working with horses across the UK. As the industry is so varied, experience gained in one industry may provide the opportunity to move into a different industry.

A Registered Farrier is a very skilled person who is capable of making and fitting horse shoes to suit all types of feet and for all different purposes, including correcting defects.

The fencing industry includes residential fencing, agricultural and stock fencing, environmental fencing, high security fencing, electric fencing, automatic gates and access barriers, and vehicle restraint systems (VRS).
Fences, gates and barriers are needed for a number of reasons such as security, public...

The floristry industry comprises the following key activities: retail flower sales, creating floristry designs, delivery services and the use of flowers and decorative plants for displays, events and functions.

Forestry workers carry out a variety of jobs to care for and manage trees, woodland areas and forests for the production of timber and for recreation.
Forests are very important to the natural environment, providing health benefits as well as a sustainable resource of raw material and renewable energy....