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Apprenticeships

  • Apprenticeships
    This website is packed with information and videos on Apprenticeships.
  • Apprenticeship Vacancy Matching Service
    As the name suggests a fully searchable database where you can search and apply for an Apprenticeship vacancy; or in the case of companies post a vacancy.
  • Connexions
    "For those between 16 and 19. This service was established to meet young people's needs for information, advice and support."
  • Engineering Construction Industry Training Board
    Visit the ECITB website GoEngineer to learn all about jobs in the construction industry. See also the ECITB websites listed under Training Related heading below.
  • Modern Apprenticeships
    Now open to 16 – 24 year olds. Visit the website to find out the latest or call 08000 150400
  • National Apprenticeship Service
    "Launched on 27/4/09 the NAS is to be responsible for the funding of Apprenticeship places, and is charged by the government to ensure that every suitably qualified young person has the right to an Apprenticeship by 2013."
  • Next Step
    "Designed to help those 20 and above (or those aged 18 or 19, who have been referred to nextstep by Jobcentre Plus). Nextstep is a national service that provides completely impartial information and advice to help you improve your job prospects through lea"
  • Next Step East of England
    Nextstep East of England is part of a national service that provides completely impartial information and advice to help you improve your job prospects through learning and gaining new skills. Call the helpline on 0845 603 1059.
  • Merchant Navy Training Board
    "Careers, courses, sponsorships, etc along with links to many other sites."

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Business Support

  • Book events
    "Workshops, events and programmes for business."
  • Business Link East
    Impartial information and advice for business.
  • Business Map
    A map produced by EEDA to help show what is available to help business.
  • East of Development Agency
    The Regional Development Agency for the East of England.
  • East of England International
    Assistance with reaching export markets.
  • Engineering Industries Association
    "Offering information, trade and support for the Engineering Industry."
  • Health Enterprise East
    "Health Enterprise East (HEE) is the NHS Innovations Hub for the East of England, set up to help NHS staff in the East of England develop and take forward new innovative ideas – both products and services – to enhance healthcare delivery."
  • Internationalisation demystified
    A guide to various resources to help you engage with international markets.
  • Make Your Mark Connect
    A national campaign inspiring young people to make their ideas happen.
  • Manufacturing Advisory Service
    "The MAS is one of the governments products in the Solutions for Business suite focused on manufacturing providing practical, hands-on support focused on improving the bottom line. "
  • Manufacturing Resilience
    "A study done by Cranfield University titled ""Manufacturing Resilience - emerging from the recession"" presents guidelines and characteristics of those that will survive if not thrive in the present climate."
  • Marine East
    "Marine East is a not for profit, industry focus group, established in the East of England, to represent the extensive and diverse marine industry found in this area."
  • Screen East
    "Developing, supporting and promoting the film and media industries and culture in the East of England."
  • Shell LiveWIRE International
    "Designed for young people (generally 18 - 30) giving help and advice on starting your own business, with essential business kit and a competition; sponsored by Shell."
  • SMART Club East of England
    Club for past winners of R"D or PoC awards.
  • Solutions for Business
    "Solutions for Business is the name given to the range of government funded products. Help with accessing finance, innovation, research and development, training and skills, exporting and overseas trade and resource efficiency will all be available."
  • Sussex Enterprise
    A membership organisation supporting and representing businesses in Suffolk.
  • The Engineering Employers Federation
    "The EEF provides over 10,000 UK businesses with advice, guidance and training in employment law and employee relations, occupational health and safety, environmental management, information and training."
  • Trevor Baylis Brands plc
    Help and inspiration for inventors.
  • Venture Navigator
    "A free business support service for start ups, small businesses and entrepreneurs. If you have a new idea or an existing company ready for growth, VentureNavigator can help you steer a course to success! "
  • "WENTA (In Herts, Luton and Beds)"
    "Watford Enterprise Agency provides training, workspace and help to small businesses and start-ups."
  • UK Small Business Directory
    "The UK Small Business Directory provides a free service to small UK Business enabling them to publicise their online presence, and a free service to the public to help locate local businesses. Search by county or category."
  • UK Trade and Investment
    "UKTI provides practical assistance to international companies establishing and expanding their business in the UK, as well as for companies looking for assistance in reaching export markets. (See also East of England International.)"
  • UK Innovation Map
    "With a history of innovation to deliver new products and services and an extensive network of organisations focused on innovation, the UK is a global innovation hub; this map helps explain the picture of support."
  • UKTI Defence " Security Organisation
    "UKTI DSO was formed on 1st April 2008, when responsibility for defence trade promotion transferred from the Ministry of Defence to UKTI. The new group brings together trade development support across the defence and civil sectors under the umbrella of UKT"

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Careers and Work Experience

  • Arkright Scholarship Trust
    Arkwright encourages talented 15/16 year old students to take up engineering or technological careers by awarding Scholarships during 'A' Level/Scottish Highers.
  • New BAE Systems - work experience and careers
    Details of engineering careers and work experience opportunities with BAE Systems.
  • BCS Recruit
    "The jobsite of the leading IT professional body, British Computer Society."
  • Careers Advice Service
    Go online or call the Careers Advice Service free on 0800 100 900.
  • Careersbox
    Careers information and free films.
  • Connexions
    "Connexions is there to help all young people aged 13 to 19 regardless of need, and those aged up to 24 with a learning difficulty or disability."
  • Connexions Direct
    "Information for young people. Includes advice on choice of subject at school and careers, as well as health, money, relationships, etc."
  • Defence Career Websites
    "Links to the British Army, MoD, Royal Air Force and Royal Navy careers websites."
  • New Edge
    "Edge is an independent education foundation, dedicated to raising the status of practical and vocational learning."
  • Engeneration
    "Engeneration is a free-to-join membership scheme for Engineering Diploma students. Careers advice and Diploma learning resources, trips and events. "
  • Engineering Education Scheme
    "Real life 6 month science, engineering and technology projects for Year 12 (16-17yr old) students."
  • Enterprise Challenge UK
    Enterprise Challenge UK works with schools throughout the UK to help students in secondary education to understand enterprise education from real business people.
  • Future Morph
    "A NEW portal showing some of the amazing and unexpected places that studying science, technology, engineering and maths can take you. Think of this as your basecamp, your launchpad, to an exciting new world. A must to visit and explore."
  • Go4SET
    "Environmentally themed 10 week science, engineering and technology projects for Year 8/9 " S2 (12-14yr old) pupils."
  • GO Engineer
    A guide to a career in engineering construction.
  • Graduate Careers Services Directory
    An on-line contact points in graduate careers services.
  • Graduate Careers Website - Prospects
    The UK's official graduate careers website.
  • Grads East
    "GradsEast is your one-stop-shop for graduate jobs in the East of England - a free, direct link between graduates and employers who are recruiting in Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk and Suffolk."
  • Headstart
    "Science, engineering and technology experience courses at University for Year 12 " S5 (16-17yr old) students."
  • Higher Education and Research Opportunities in the UK
    The HERO site has news and information site with many useful links.
  • Herts Careers Services
    "A long-established, leading provider of career support and information in Hertfordshire."
  • IET Faraday
    "The award-winning resource giving you ideas on careers involving science, design and technology, engineering and maths subjects."
  • Maths Careers
    What can you do with your maths qualifications?
  • Maths Inspiration
    Inspiring maths lectures for 15-17 year olds.
  • Medical Research Council
    How the MRC train the research leaders of tomorrow through career development funding.
  • Milk Round
    "For graduate careers Milk Round is designed to provide the job hunter with up to date, relevant information on graduate recruiters and vacancies, creating CVs and the latest recruitment news and events."
  • New More Maths Grads
    "A three year project funded by the Higher Education Funding Council for England to develop, trial and evaluate means of increasing the number of students studying mathematics."
  • My Choice London
    Free online course prospectus and careers resource for 14-19 year old Londoners.
  • National Council for Work Experience
    The NCWE promotes quality work experience. Visit the site whether as a student or a company looking for a student.
  • Next Step
    "Designed to help those 20 and above (or those aged 18 or 19, who have been referred to nextstep by Jobcentre Plus). Nextstep is a national service that provides completely impartial information and advice to help you improve your job prospects through lea"
  • Next Step East of England
    Nextstep East of England is part of a national service that provides completely impartial information and advice to help you improve your job prospects through learning and gaining new skills. Call the helpline on 0845 603 1059.
  • New NOISE
    "New Outlooks in Science " Engineering has lots of fascinating information and fun things to do. From exciting experiments and interesting blogs by young scientists, to great articles and details about cool careers, NOISE is a fantastic place to visit for young people who are interested in science and engineering."
  • Not going to Uni
    "An advice and careers site dedicated to helping school leavers, college leavers and University leavers make better informed choices."
  • New Nuffield Foundation
    If you are at school studying A levels then The Nuffield Foundation runs a summer bursary scheme to provide funded work placements. These are known as science bursaries but cover engineering topics too.
  • New Planet Science
    "Planet Science is for all young people who study science and the teachers and other adults that support them. The site is divided into sections, with resources specifically aimed at the different users."
  • REV Project careers in engineering
    Norfolk REV (Rural Enterprise Valley) Project section on careers in engineering.
  • Role model search
    "Real people. Real jobs. For real career inspiration, find out what a career in science, technology, engineering or maths is really like - from those 'in the know'"
  • Science and Engineering Ambassadors
    "Anyone who has a desire to inspire children and young people in STEM subjects can become an SEA. The main qualities that all Ambassadors share are enthusiasm and commitment, along with a passion for what they do."
  • Science and Maths
    Fun and information on careers resulting from studying Science and Maths. Part of the BEBO social networking site.
  • Shape the Future
    "Shape the Future is a campaign to raise awareness of engineering and technology as a stimulating career option. It will start young people on a journey, making connections between the issues they face and the solutions engineering and technology can provi"
  • Shape the Future - directory
    "A comprehensive PDF directory listing many schemes, for all ages, with contact details of organisations all encouraging STEM. "
  • Shell STEP
    A programme offering undergraduates project-based work experience in small and medium sized businesses.
  • The Industrial Trust
    The Industrial Trust is the leading national provider of out of school and in-company educational experiences for young people. Open to students and teachers.
  • New Tomorrow's Engineers
    "A one-stop-shop for high quality engineering enhancement and enrichment activities, this scheme aims to help deliver the best engineering-related classroom and careers support possible."
  • Trident
    Trident has a well-established track record of supporting young people between the ages of 14-19 to prepare for life beyond the classroom. Their focus is on Work Experience; Skills for Life and Employability.
  • UK Jobs Network
    "Engineering, Science and many other jobs."
  • University of Essex Careers Service
    The Careers Centre helps students make choices about work and further study.
  • Windmills
    Self development website containing practical exercises to help you achieve the changes in your life and career.
  • Year in Industry
    Career development paid work placements for Pre-University and Undergraduate students.
  • Young Enterprise
    "A national education charity with an aim to inspire and equip young people to learn and succeed through enterprise, with programmes run on a 'learning by doing' principle."

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Chambers of Commerce

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Colleges

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Competitions and Awards

  • Achievement Awards
    "The IET’s Achievement Awards recognise the exceptional achievements of those working in the engineering and technology profession, from the well known scientist to the fledgling engineer. Awards are presented in a wide variety of engineering sectors."
  • Ambition Awards
    The IET Ambition Awards programme includes a range of undergraduate and postgraduate IT and engineering scholarships and travel awards:
  • Arkwright Scholarships
    Arkwright has a track record in encouraging and stimulating talented 15/16 year old students to take up engineering or technological careers by awarding Scholarships during 'A' Level/Scottish Highers.
  • Best Factory Awards
    "Organised by: Works Management in partnership with Cranfield School of Management, The Best Factory Awards (BFA) and Conference bring together the best manufacturers in the business to share best practice and to celebrate their achievements."
  • CASE Awards
    "EPSRC Co-operative Awards in Science and Engineering. Industrial CASE are three and a half year postgraduate awards allocated to companies either directly or via agents (Knowledge Transfer Networks and Regional Development Agencies). The aim is to enable companies to take the lead in defining, and arranging, projects, with an academic partner of their choice."
  • Engineering Doctorates
    "Engineering Doctorate (EngD) is an alternative to the traditional PhD for students who want a career in industry. A four-year programme combines PhD-level research projects with taught courses, and students spend about 75% of their time working directly with a company."
  • Health and Social Care Awards
    These Awards are the flagship event for the NHS in the East of England with shortlisted candidates invited to the regional awards held in May. Regional winners will then be put forward for the national awards ceremony in July.
  • Health Enterprise East - SBRI Funing
    "The East of England has launched a Small Business Research Initiative in the health sector to help bring new technologies into key markets. This competition is open to all companies, including those not currently engaged in the health sector."
  • IET Awards
    "Various awards are available from the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) to recognise the personal achievements of those within the sectors in the UK. Awards include Lifetime Achievement Award, Mike Sargeant Award for Career Achievement, Sir He"
  • IMechE Greenpower
    "Schools either design and build their own cars or use customised kits to compete in regional endurance heats using standard motors and batteries. The final race at Goodwood lasts 4 hours and is an exciting event, with up to 100 finalists competing."
  • Innovation in Engineering Awards
    "An international awards programme from the IET that celebrates the products, technologies and processes (15 categories) that lead the way in engineering, scientific and technological innovation. Culminating in a prestigious awards event in November."
  • Junior Engineer for Britain Bloodhound SSC K'Nex Challenge
    Introducing primary school children (ages 8 -11) to the exciting world of engineering by challenging them to produce a specific design solution for a set problem.
  • Lord Stafford Awards
    The Lord Stafford Awards exist to recognise and encourage the development of collaborative relationships between Businesses and Universities.
  • Mike Sargeant Award
    Presented to the young engineering or IT professional who is judged to have made the most significant progress in their career over a number of years.
  • MX 2009 Awards
    "The Manufacturing Excellence Awards programme is an annual award scheme run by the IMechE for the UK manufacturing industry, supporting and recognising manufacturing success."
  • National Science Competition
    "A competition for 13 -19 year olds seeking the UK Young Scientist of the Year and the UK Young Technologist of the Year with a first prize of £5,000!"
  • Power Academy Scholorships
    The IET Power Academy has brought together leading universities and major power sector organisations to develop an engineering scholarship fund that will provide you with support and finance throughout your university course
  • Power Networks Research Academy - postgraduate engineering scholarships
    "The IET Power Networks Research Academy (PNRA) has brought together five leading universities, 4 major power networks companies, EA Technology, the Institution of Engineering and Technology and the Engineering Physical Sciences Research Council to develop an engineering scholarship fund that provides outstanding first degree graduates with support and finance for a PhD high-status postgraduate university course."
  • New Primary Engineer
    Primary Engineer is a complete primary school liaison project. Challenging activities - in line with the National Curriculum - celebrate teachers’ and pupils' work and lead to regional and national finals held annually in November and December.
  • Shell LiveWIRE International
    "Designed for young people (generally 18 - 30) giving help and advice on starting your own business, with essential business kit and a competition; sponsored by Shell."
  • Sir Henry Royce Award
    Awarded to a young engineering or IT professional who has shown excellence in the previous year in their work in industry or for the profession. Nominate someone.
  • The Baroness Platt of Writtle Award
    An award for those students in the final year of a course leading to qualification as an Incorporated Engineer:
  • The Engineer Technology and Innovation Awards
    "These Awards recognise and reward outstanding examples of co-operation between companies and universities that embody the spirit of technology, innovation and collaboration. The eight award categories span key sectors of engineering and technology. Application deadline is Friday 17th July 2009. The search for excellence will culminate in a special lunch in December at The Royal Society in London."
  • The Manufacturer of the Year Awards
    The Manufacturer of the Year Awards scheme is specifically designed to recognise world class excellence and best practice being achieved throughout UK manufacturing.
  • The Nuffield Foundation
    "One of the UK's best known charitable trusts, the Nuffield Foundation was established in 1943 by William Morris (Lord Nuffield) the founder of Morris Motors."
  • The Queen's Awards for Enterprise
    "Awards are presented in three categories: International Trade, Innovation and Sustainable Development, and are open to all business units that meet the entry criteria."
  • The Queen's Award for Enterprise Promotion
    A Royal Award for individuals who develop and promote business enterprise
  • The Worshipful Company of Engineers
    "The Worshipful Company of Engineers is a City of London Livery Company whose aim is to promote the development and advancement of the science, art and practise of engineering. Through its own Charitable Trust fund, the Company gives awards, prizes and grants to support and encourage excellence amongst qualified engineers and those training to be Chartered Engineers, Incorporated Engineers and Engineering Technicians."
  • United Kingdom Mathematics Trust
    "The UK Mathematics Trust organises national mathematics competitions in the UK for 11-18 year old school pupils. These range from popular ""mass"" Maths Challenges to the selection and training of the International Mathematical Olympiad team (IMO)."
  • Young Engineer for Britain
    "This competition is open to school years, 7-13 or P7 S6 or equivalent i.e. ages 12-19."
  • Young Woman Engineer of the Year Award
    "The IET Young Woman Engineer of the Year Award seeks to reward the very best female engineers that the UK has to offer, highlight the achievements of women in engineering and encourage others to enter the profession."

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Defence

  • Aerospace and Defence Resources - AERADE
    "AERADE provides access to key aerospace and defence information sources created worldwide. The team of specialists frequently add new resources, and the service includes links to more than 30,000 quality and essential Internet resources including Web sites, specialist databases, full text technical reports, engineering design data, conferences and news."
  • Centre for Defence Enterprise
    "The Centre for Defence Enterprise is the first point of contact for anyone with a disruptive technology, new process or innovation that has a potential defence application."
  • Defence Career Websites
    "Links to the British Army, MoD, Royal Air Force and Royal Navy careers websites."
  • Defence Dynamics
    "A free online teaching resource from the Ministry of Defence (MOD). Over 60 complete lesson plans across 10 subjects, providing a range of Maths, Science, English, Geography and PSHE/PSD materials to support teachers in the delivery of lessons to 14-16 year olds."
  • Defence for Young People
    "Find out about the Armed Forces, MOD sponsored Youth Organisations and MOD Youth Policy"
  • Defence Science and Technology Laboratory
    "The DSTL is the centre of scientific excellence for the UK Ministry of Defence, housing one of the largest groups of scientists and engineers in public service in the country."
  • Defence Research Suppliers Information Portal
    "Access Strategy, Engagement and Codex"
  • Ministry of Defence
    Home page for the UK Ministry of Defence.
  • UKTI Defence " Security Organisation
    "UKTI DSO was formed on 1st April 2008, when responsibility for defence trade promotion transferred from the Ministry of Defence to UKTI. The new group brings together trade development support across the defence and civil sectors under the umbrella of UKTI."

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Design

  • British Design Innovation
    "BDI is a not for profit yet commercially focused organisation. It brings together the ‘thinkers and linkers’ in the innovation space including strategic designers, brand and business owners, academics and dealmakers."
  • Design Council
    "Helping businesses become more successful, public services more efficient and designers more effective."
  • Design protection
    "Designs protect the visual appearance or eye appeal of products. Here you will find comprehensive information about protecting your designs, whether using UK Registered Design or UK Design Rights."
  • Designs search
    "Allows you to search for designs by product, classification, proprietor or design number."
  • Designers Network
    Find any kind of designer or join the network to receive access to a wealth of professional design knowledge and business opportunities.
  • New Dexigner Directory
    A comprehensive index of design links.
  • Dexigner newsletter
    Weekly roundup of design news and competitions from a portal for design related information.
  • Institution of Engineering Designers
    "The professional body for designers operating in the many fields of engineering design - product design, architecture, the marine, automotive and aircraft industries and more."
  • Intellectual Property Office - IP Healthcheck
    A free health check to see if you are taking advantage of all relevant forms of protection for your idea or product.
  • Inventors' Handbook
    A step by step guide showing that there is more to commercialising an invention than perhaps just filing a patent.
  • IP Armour Game
    An interactive game to help you choose the right IP Armour for your invention and watch it break down the walls between you and business success!
  • Royal College of Art
    The world’s only postgraduate art and design school.
  • Trevor Baylis Brands plc
    Inspiration and help for inventors.

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Diplomas

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Directories

  • Designers Network
    A guide to finding different kinds of designer; from Architect and Engineer to Landscape or Sculpture.
  • Dexigner Directory
    A comprehensive index of design links.
  • Graduate Careers Services Directory
    An on-line contact points in graduate careers services.
  • Find a Masters
    FindAMasters is a one-stop shop for students looking for a postgraduate Masters course/qualification within the UK. They also feature a wide range of international Masters degree programmes.
  • Find a PhD
    "A searchable database of PhDs available in major universities and institutions in the UK and Ireland. ""Already a market leader in Life and Chemical Sciences and fast becoming a major resource in the physical and materials science sector""."
  • Find a PostDoc
    Europe's only web site dedicated solely to postdoctoral job opportunities.
  • Plant Engineering Directory
    "An online directory by the SOE for operations engineers, managers and buyers who specify, install, operate, maintain and certify industrial equipment on major plant across all industry sectors – including process, manufacturing, utilities, transportation, construction, commercial buildings and the armed forces."
  • Role model search
    "Real people. Real jobs. For real career inspiration, find out what a career in science, technology, engineering or maths is really like - from those 'in the know'"
  • Science and Engineering
    "Features lists of colleges and universities currently recruiting students for science and engineering courses, a collection of articles and a free online application service. Covers many disciplines and specialist subjects."
  • UK Small Business Directory
    "The UK Small Business Directory provides a free service to small UK Business enabling them to publicise their online presence, and a free service to the public to help locate local businesses. Search by county or category."

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Education and Teaching Resources

  • Are you ready for Science?
    Booklets and self help from the Open University to see if you have the skills and inclinations to enjoy a science course.
  • Association for Science Education
    A body promoting excellence in science teaching and learning. Resources for teaching.
  • New BAE Systems Education Programme
    "A stack of different resouces for young people, parents, teachers and engineering ambassadors."
  • BBC Key Stage 2 resources
    "English, Maths and Science online resources for students and teachers."
  • BBC Schools
    Learning resources for home and school.
  • Biotechnology and Biological Resource
    "Teaching resources from the BBSRC. Downloads for primary and secondary school science education, and information on school-scientist links."
  • Bloodhound SSC
    "The BLOODHOUND Project aims to break the world land speed record by achieving 1,000mph - an iconic adventure that will push technology to its limit."
  • British Association for the Advancement of Science
    "The BA is a registered charity which exists to advance the public understanding, accessibility and accountability of the sciences and engineering."
  • Carbon Detective's Kit
    An online resource for pupils to help them calculate their school's carbon footprint and assist schools in becoming more sustainable.
  • Chartered Science Teacher
    A mechanism which recognises and celebrates high quality science teachers and science education professionals through the award of Chartered Science Teacher (CSciTeach) status.
  • Defence Dynamics
    "A free online teaching resource from the Ministry of Defence (MOD). Over 60 complete lesson plans across 10 subjects, providing a range of Maths, Science, English, Geography and PSHE/PSD materials to support teachers in the delivery of lessons to 14-16 year olds."
  • Design and Technology Association
    "Provides support, advice and subject leadership for all those involved in D"T education. A large library of over 1,000 FREE resource materials to download is available for DATA members. Some are free to non-members."
  • Earth Science Education Forum for England and Wales
    The aim of the ESEF(EW) is to promote Earth Science in education at all levels and to bring together all relevant organisations to pursuit of this.
  • Earth Science Teachers' Association
    "The aim of the Association is to advance education by encouraging and supporting the teaching of Earth sciences at all levels, whether as a single subject such as Geology, or as part of Science or Geography or other courses."
  • Enterprise Challenge UK
    Enterprise Challenge UK works with schools throughout the UK to help students in secondary education to understand enterprise education from real business people.
  • Enterprise Educators UK
    "Enterprise Educators UK is the new name for UKSEC, the national network for enterprise educators."
  • Future Morph
    "Teaching resources, video clips, lesson plans and more. All part of a NEW portal showing where studying science, technology, engineering and maths can take you."
  • GCSE in Engineering
    "The website contains a wealth of information for teachers and lecturers, students, parents, employers and careers advisers, including full details of the scope of the qualification; guidance, advice and support materials; and a list of key organisations and their contact details."
  • Hertfordshire Grid for Learning
    Hertfordshire County Councils site providing essential online resources for Hertfordshire schools.
  • IET Faraday
    "Teaching resource written to bring science, mathematics and design and technology learning together in a clear, structured way."
  • Learn Direct
    "Learn Direct aims to provide a service to help people: learn for fun or work, gain knowledge and skills to enhance employability, take control of their future and, improve the competitiveness of their business."
  • Learning and Skills Council
    Focused on improving the skills of England’s young people and adults to ensure we have a workforce of world-class standard.
  • MIT Open Course Ware
    "A fabulous range of free lecture notes, exams, and videos from MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) on an extensive range of topics including all the sciences, technology engineering and maths subjects."
  • National Association for Environmental Education
    "The NAEE is the association of teachers, lecturers, advisers, trainees and all who are professionally concerned with any aspect of education and the environment."
  • National Maritime Museum - Schools Programme
    "The National Maritime Museum offers a wide range of multi-sensory, interactive sessions, delivered by experienced teachers, providing exciting learning opportunities across the curriculum."
  • Natural England
    Visit here to see resources for lessons to help meet the requirements of the National Curriculum.
  • Nuffield Primary Design " Technology
    "The Nuffield Primary Design " Technology website provides examples of pupils' work, classroom materials to download free of charge and other resources for teachers."
  • New NOISE
    "New Outlooks in Science " Engineering has lots of fascinating information and fun things to do. From exciting experiments and interesting blogs by young scientists, to great articles and details about cool careers, NOISE is a fantastic place to visit for young people who are interested in science and engineering."
  • Nuffield Secondary Design " Technology
    This website contains materials developed by the Nuffield Secondary Design " Technology Project between 1995 and 2008.
  • New Planet Science
    "Planet Science is for all young people who study science and the teachers and other adults that support them. The site is divided into sections, with resources specifically aimed at the different users."
  • New Primary Engineer
    Primary Engineer is a complete primary school liaison project. Challenging activities - in line with the National Curriculum - celebrate teachers’ and pupils' work and lead to regional and national finals held annually in November and December.
  • Qualifications and Curriculum Authority
    Develop the national curriculum and qualifications framework.
  • Rockingham Festival 2009
    "Rockingham Motor Speedway Nr Corby, Northants is the UK's only purpose built motor racing circuit and the Rockingham Festival is the Learning Grid's annual three day celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). Held between 30th June - 2nd July 2009, the Festival gives young people from 8 to 16 the chance to try a variety of hands-on activities and be inspired by real-life opportunities in science and engineering."
  • Role model search
    "Real people. Real jobs. For real career inspiration, find out what a career in science, technology, engineering or maths is really like - from those 'in the know'"
  • SchoolScience
    The Association for Science Education brings you a free website to enrich your teaching and learning in science!
  • Schoolzone web resources
    "Over 60,000 educational websites, lesson plans, worksheets etc - reviews are by UK teachers."
  • Science and Engineering Ambassadors
    "Anyone who has a desire to inspire children and young people in STEM subjects can become an SEA. The main qualities that all Ambassadors share are enthusiasm and commitment, along with a passion for what they do."
  • Science and Maths
    Fun and information on careers resulting from studying Science and Maths. Part of the BEBO social networking site.
  • New Science Live
    An online guide to science presenters and outreach shows. Science Live has been designed for teachers and youth group leaders to make it easier to arrange visits from science presenters. Search the science live database to find a presenter to create an unforgetable experience.
  • "Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths Network"
    "STEMNET aims to ensure that more young people enter science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) related careers at all levels, and future generations are properly informed about the science and technology that surrounds them."
  • Soil Net
    Soil-Net is a free environmental educational resource about soils for Primary and Secondary schools age.
  • TeacherNet
    TeacherNet lists hundreds of sites with free information and resources for education professionals.
  • Teaching Expertise
    "Free education resources, articles and e-bulletins, advice and guidance, knowledge sharing and ideas."
  • The Big Bang
    "For teachers, parents and partner organisations the next UK Young Scientists and Engineers Fair is being held in 2010 in Manchester."
  • The Industrial Trust
    The Industrial Trust is the leading national provider of out of school and in-company educational experiences for young people. Open to students and teachers. Contact Sarah Bass at sarah.bass@edfenergy.com.
  • The Industrial Trust - Resources for Teachers
    "A comprehensive list of schemes, career guides, posters, games and CDs that can be used to increase interest in Science and Engineering Careers and to improve career advice available in schools for these sectors."
  • The Learning Grid
    "The Learning Grid promotes and supports engineering and science education in the UK. Learning Grid offers events, competitions, awards and other activities from primary school to University and beyond, covering science, maths, engineering, design and technology. Find out more about the activities, their annual celebration of science and engineering at Rockingham and an annual guide to what’s available by following the links."
  • The Technicians' National Assessment Centre
    "The centre allows technicians to access the qualification: “Laboratory and Associated Technical Activities” (LATA) NVQ which underpins the 4 level career structure: Assistant Technician, Technician, Senior Technician and Team Leader Technician. The qualification is aimed at the needs of both D"T and Science technicians."
  • The Technology Enhancement Programme
    Provided by Middlesex University the TEP website and programme offers practical down-to-earth support for teaching technology in all parts of the UK and provides the resource to suit both pre and post-16 students. Special resources are to be created for the new engineering diploma.
  • New Tomorrow's Engineers
    "A one-stop-shop for high quality engineering enhancement and enrichment activities, this scheme aims to help deliver the best engineering-related classroom and careers support possible."
  • Trident
    Trident has a well-established track record of supporting young people between the ages of 14-19 to prepare for life beyond the classroom. Their focus is on Work Experience; Skills for Life and Employability.
  • UK Centre for Materials Education
    "The UKCME supports high quality student learning in materials science and related disciplines. It promotes, encourages and coordinates the development and adoption of effective practices in learning, teaching and assessment."
  • UKMT Maths Teacher Meetings
    Organised by the UK Mathematics Trust these one-day seminars offer maths teachers the opportunity to discover inspirational ideas for motivating pupils across the ability range.
  • Young Enterprise
    "A national education charity with an aim to inspire and equip young people to learn and succeed through enterprise, with programmes run on a 'learning by doing' principle."

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Engineering Institutions

  • The Engineering and Technology Board
    "Promoting the art and science of engineering and advancing education in engineering and technology, the ETB has been re-branded and is now known as Engineering UK. "
  • New Engineering UK
    "An independent, not for profit organisation whose purpose is to promote the vital contribution that engineers, and engineering and technology make to our society. They also aim to inspire people at all levels to pursue careers in engineering and technology. Previously known as the ETB."
  • The Engineering Council (ECUK)
    "The ECUK is an organisation set up by Royal Charter to be the regulatory authority for registration of professional engineers and technicians, holding a register of same."
  • Engineering Institutions
    A detailed list of all 36 institutions licenced by the Engineering Council UK (ECUK) including all of the following:
  • British Computer Society
    "The BCS is the leading body for those working in IT, with a world-wide membership of over 65,000 in over 100 countries. "
  • British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing
    "The BInstNDT’s aim is to promote and advance the science and practice of non-destructive testing, condition monitoring, diagnostic engineering and all other materials and quality testing disciplines. "
  • Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering
    CIPHE is the UK's professional and technical body for all plumbing and heating professionals.
  • Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers
    CIBSE is the prime source of expertise for sustainable buildings.
  • Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management
    "CIWEM is the professional and examining body for scientists, engineers, other environmental professionals, students and those committed to the sustainable management and development of water and the environment. "
  • Energy Institute
    "The EI is the leading chartered professional membership body for those working in energy. Providing an independent focal point and a powerful voice to engage business and industry, government, academia and the public."
  • Institute of Acoustics
    "The IOA is the leading organisation in the UK concerned with acoustics. They are active in research, educational, environmental and industrial organisations and members have wide ranging interests in all aspects of acoustics."
  • Institute of Cast Metals Engineers
    The ICME is the Institute for all individuals involved in the castings industry and associated industries.
  • Institute of Healthcare Engineering " Estate Management
    "The IHEEM is the learned society and professional body for all those involved in Healthcare Estates, including architects and builders, engineers and estates officers, and facilities personnel in both the public and private sectors."
  • Institute of Highway Incorporated Engineers
    "The IHIE is focused upon improving the highway environment to deliver a safe, sustainable transport system. Providing professional leadership and developing and sharing knowledge and standards. "
  • "Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology"
    "The IMarEST is the leading international membership body and learned society for marine professionals. With over 15,000 members worldwide the IMarEST has a strong international presence with an extensive marine network of 50 international branches, affiliations with major marine societies around the world."
  • "Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining"
    The IOM3 is the global network for professionals in the materials cycle.
  • Institute of Measurement and Control
    The InstMC is Britain's foremost professional body for the Automation Industry and provides members with routes to Engineering Council registration.
  • Institute of Physics
    "The IoP is a leading international professional body and learned society, established to promote the advancement and dissemination of physics."
  • Institute of Physics " Engineering in Medicine
    "IPEM is dedicated to bringing together physical science, engineering and clinical professionals in academia, healthcare services and industry."
  • Institute of The Motor Industry
    "The IMI is the professional association for individuals working in the motor industry. The Institute is the Sector Skills Council for the automotive retail industry, part of the Skills for Business network and also the governing body for the Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) scheme."
  • Institution of Agricultural Engineers
    "The IAgrE is the professional body for engineers, scientists, technologists and managers in agricultural and allied landbased industries, including forestry, food engineering and technology, amenity, renewable energy, horticulture and the environment. "
  • Institution of Chemical Engineers
    "The IChemE is the hub for chemical, biochemical and process engineering professionals worldwide. They are the heart of the process community, promoting competence and a commitment to sustainable development, advancing the discipline."
  • Institution of Civil Engineers
    "The ICE has some 80,000 members and believes that civil engineers are ""at the heart of society, delivering sustainable development through knowledge, skills and professional expertise"". "
  • Institution of Engineering and Technology
    "The IET is one of the world’s leading professional societies for the engineering and technology community. With more than 150,000 members in 127 countries and offices in Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, the IET provides a global knowledge network to facilitate the exchange of ideas and promote the positive role of science, engineering and technology."
  • Institution of Engineering Designers
    "The IED is the UK's most prestigious professional body for designers operating in the many fields of engineering design - product design, architecture, the marine, automotive and aircraft industries and many more."
  • Institution of Fire Engineers
    The IFE is the international organisation for fire professionals.
  • Institution of Gas Engineers and Managers
    IGEM is the professional membership body for companies and individuals working in the gas industry.
  • Institution of Highways " Transportation
    "The IHT is a learned society concerned specifically with the planning, design, construction, maintenance and operation of land-based transport systems and infrastructure."
  • Institution of Lighting Engineers
    "The ILE is the UK and Ireland's largest and most influential professional lighting association, dedicated solely to excellence in lighting."
  • Institution of Mechanical Engineers
    "The IMechE has a 160 year pedigree as a professional engineering institution and focuses on four principal themes: Energy, Environment, Transport and Education."
  • Institution of Railway Signal Engineers
    The IRSE is the professional institution for all those engaged or interested in railway signalling and telecommunications and allied disciplines.
  • Institution of Royal Engineers
    Membership of the InstRE is open to serving and past members of the Corps of Royal Engineers and Military Engineers from other affiliated Armies. The Institution is the only military engineering Institution licensed by the ECUK.
  • Institution of Structural Engineers
    The IStructE is a large and ever-growing repository of information for structural engineers and those interested in the profession.
  • Institution of Water Officers
    IWO is the only professional body concerned solely with the water industry. IWO membership is open to anyone working within the industry regardless of qualifications.
  • Nuclear Institute
    The Nuclear Institute (NI) is the result of the merger between the British Nuclear Energy Society and the Institution of Nuclear Engineers.
  • New Peterborough Joint Panel
    "The Peterborough Joint Panel, formed in 1973, represents approximately 1,200 members of the Institutions of Mechanical Engineering (ImechE), Engineering and Technology (IET) and the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST), in Greater Peterborough and the surrounding areas."
  • Royal Aeronautical Society
    "The RAeS is ""the one multidisciplinary professional institution dedicated to the global aerospace community"" and the world's only professional body which caters for the entire aerospace community."
  • Royal Institution of Naval Architects
    " The RINA is an internationally renowned professional institution whose members are involved at all levels in the design, construction, maintenance and operation of marine vessels and structures."
  • Society of Operations Engineers
    "The SOE is a leading membership organisation for engineers in the transport, plant and engineer surveying industries. Whether you're starting, progressing or finishing your career the SOE is there to assist in gaining professional recognition and career development."
  • The Society of Environmental Engineers
    "The SEE exists to promote awareness of the discipline of environmental engineering, and to provide members with information, training and representation within this field. "
  • Welding Institute
    "The Welding Institute is known today as TWI - a global company delivering world class value to its members, through research, consultancy and training services in welding and joining, engineering, NDT inspection, materials, surfacing, and lifecycle integrity."

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Energy and Environment

  • Act on CO2
    The Government’s initiative to help individuals understand and reduce their carbon footprint.
  • Carbon Detective's Kit
    An online resource for pupils to help them calculate their school's carbon footprint and assist schools in becoming more sustainable.
  • Centre for Sustainable Engineering
    "CSEng is a national clearing house for information, expert analysis, practical application, knowledge transfer and commercial benefit in relation to sustainable technologies."
  • Community Recycling Network East
    County based lists of any number of local recycling schemes from furniture to paper and other materials.
  • Earth Science Education Forum for England and Wales
    The aim of the ESEF(EW) is to promote Earth Science in education at all levels and to bring together all relevant organisations to pursuit of this.
  • Earthwatch Institute (Europe)
    Earthwatch's mission is to engage people worldwide in scientific field research and education to promote the understanding and action necessary for a sustainable environment
  • Energy Institute
    The EI is one of the 36 Institutions licenced by the Engineering Council.
  • Envirowise
    "Envirowise offers UK businesses free, independent, confidential advice and support on practical ways to increase profits, minimise waste and reduce environmental impact."
  • Department of Energy and Climate Change
    "Find information about all the main areas of the DECC's work, with links to detailed pages on the BERR (energy) and Defra (climate change) websites. There are also links to a range of other voices with different views on climate change and energy issues."
  • National Association for Environmental Education
    "The NAEE is the association of teachers, lecturers, advisers, trainees and all who are professionally concerned with any aspect of education and the environment."
  • Recycle More
    "One-stop recycling information centre with help and advice on all aspects of recycling at home, at school and in the workplace."
  • New Resource Efficiency KTN
    Helps the UK minimise waste through the development and implementation of innovative technologies and processes aimed at increasing business competitiveness and leading towards environmental and financial sustainability.
  • The British Wind Energy Association
    The BWEA is the trade and professional body for the UK wind and marine renewables industries.
  • The Carbon Trust
    The aim is to accelerate the move to a low carbon economy by working with organisations to reduce carbon emissions and develop commercial low carbon technologies.
  • The Society of Environmental Engineers
    "The SEE exists to promote awareness of the discipline of environmental engineering, and to provide members of the Society with information, training and representation within this field. The SEE is one of the 36 Institutions licenced by the Engineering Council."
  • The Society for the Environment (SocEnv)
    The SocEnv is the leading co-ordinating body in environmental matters and is a champion of a sustainable environment.
  • New Warmnet
    Warmnet is a network of universities involved in wastes management research and education.
  • WRAP
    "WRAP helps individuals, businesses and local authorities to reduce waste and recycle more, making better use of resources and helping to tackle climate change."
  • WRAP - Love food hate waste campaign
    "This campaign aims to raise awareness of the need to reduce food waste. You'll find examples of easy, practical, everyday things you can do to waste less food."
  • WRAP - Recycle Now campaign
    This site illustrates how easy it is to recycle and gives examples of the positive effect your recycling efforts are making.

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Enterprise Europe

  • FP7; European Commission CORDIS
    All you need to know about the Seventh Framework Programme (FP7)
  • FP7; European Commission DG Research
    "The European Commission DG Research website includes FAQs, downloadable booklets and leaflets on FP7."
  • FP7UK
    A new website for Framework 7 and the FP7UK National Contact Point (NCP) service. FP7UK exists to provide information and advice to help you achieve success in the latest European Framework Research and Development Programme.
  • Enterprise Europe Database
    A free service for making technology offers or requests throughout Europe.
  • Enterprise Europe East
    "Enterprise Europe East is your local link to a network comprising 600 organisations across 40 countries in Europe and beyond. Visit this new website to access technology offers, technology requests and more."
  • Enterprise Europe East - automated alerts
    Sign up to get e-mails on technologies matching your particular interests.
  • Enterprise Europe Information
    Free information on European trade and regulations.
  • Enterprise Europe Network
    The Network offers support and advice to SME businesses across Europe and helps them make the most of the opportunities in the European Union.
  • Eureka
    A network for market orientated R"D companies.
  • New Eurojuris International
    "EUROJURIS is the leading network of law firms in Europe, covering 630 different cities/locations in more than 40 countries worldwide. The objective is to provide companies, corporations, public authorities and private clients with direct legal advice and local representation all over Europe."
  • Internationalisation demistified
    A guide to various resources to help you engage with international markets.
  • London Technology Network
    Part of the Enterprise Europe Network comprising 600 organisations across 40 countries in Europe and beyond. LTN promotes innovative collaborations and help to stimulate technology-intensive innovation between universities and business.
  • TSB International programmes and funding
    Information on 10 or so different European schemes and funding.
  • Your Business - Europe
    "This website provides useful information and guidance for entrepreneurs looking to establish themselves in Europe. Topics covered include tax issues, legislation, managing staff, documents required and much more."

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Events

  • BRE events
    BRE (once known as the Building Research Establishment) delivers events and conferences on a wide range of subjects for both national and international audiences.
  • Calendar of STEM events
    "A calendar of events in the East of England and beyond in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths arena."
  • Cambridge Network events
    Events taking place in and around Cambridge.
  • EEESTA Forum Activities
    "Visit here to see details of EEESTA Forum activities, designed to bring people together."
  • EEESTA Prestige Seminar
    "EEESTA organises a major ""Prestige Seminar"" each autumn. Visit to see what is coming as well as the archive of previous EEESTA seminars."
  • London Technology Network events
    "Each month LTN holds networking events to help promote and assist the transfer of innovative technologies between companies and academics, based across London, the East of England and South-East."

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Fun for Students and Teachers

  • Aeroflight
    The website for aviation enthusiasts
  • Auto Industry
    Auto Industry is the Government's interface with vehicle and component manufacturers in the UK - the education sections has lots of information for those considering a career in the auto industry.
  • The Big Bang
    12 fun experiments.
  • Bloodhound SSC
    "The BLOODHOUND Project aims to break the world land speed record by achieving 1,000mph - an iconic adventure that will push technology to its limit."
  • Careersbox
    Careers information and free films
  • Future Morph
    "A NEW portal showing some of the amazing and unexpected places that studying science, technology, engineering and maths can take you. Think of this as your basecamp, your launchpad, to an exciting new world. A must to visit and explore."
  • How Stuff Works
    "An amazing resource with sections on Automotive, Computers, Electronics, Health, Science and more. See how things work! Also has videos to view. "
  • Imagineering Foundation
    "Introducing 8-16 year olds to the fascinating world of engineering, originated and run by the education charity, the Imagineering Foundation."
  • International Year of Astronomy
    Free telescopes for secondary schools.
  • Ironbrige Gorge Museums
    Build and race a buggy; just one of the games young people may enjoy.
  • IP Armour Game
    An interactive game to help you choose the right IP Armour for your invention and watch it break down the walls between you and business success!
  • New NOISE
    "New Outlooks in Science " Engineering has lots of fascinating information and fun things to do. From exciting experiments and interesting blogs by young scientists, to great articles and details about cool careers, NOISE is a fantastic place to visit for young people who are interested in science and engineering."
  • Radio Society of Great Britain
    All about the world of amateur radio - a great hobby.
  • Science and Maths
    Fun and information on careers resulting from studying Science and Maths. Part of the BEBO social networking site.
  • New Science Live
    An online guide to science presenters and outreach shows. Science Live has been designed for teachers and youth group leaders to make it easier to arrange visits from science presenters. Search the science live database to find a presenter to create an unforgetable experience.
  • Tim Hunkin; Cartoonist and Engineer
    The secret life of machines and many other fun insights into engineering.
  • The Industrial Trust
    The Industrial Trust is the leading national provider of out of school and in-company educational experiences for young people. Open to students and teachers.
  • The Learning Grid
    "The Learning Grid promotes and supports engineering and science education in the UK. Learning Grid offers events, competitions, awards and other activities from primary school to University and beyond, covering science, maths, engineering, design and technology. Find out more about the activities, their annual celebration of science and engineering at Rockingham and an annual guide to what’s available by following the links."
  • The Science Museum - Outreach program
    "Let the Science Museum come to you! We can bring a wide range of interactive curriculum-linked shows and workshops into your school, community group or science club, catering for all sizes of audience."
  • New Tomorrow's Engineers
    "A one-stop-shop for high quality engineering enhancement and enrichment activities, this scheme aims to help deliver the best engineering-related classroom and careers support possible."
  • New Totally Absurd Patents
    Some of America's fun patents.
  • Treasure Troves of Science
    "Eric Weisstein's World of Science contains budding encyclopedias of astronomy, scientific biography, chemistry, and physics."
  • "Trevor Baylis OBE, inventor at home"
    Inspirational video where Trevor Baylis OBE relates some valuable advice about what to do if you have a great idea.
  • Young Engineers
    A national club network to inspire young people to develop an interest in engineering.

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Government

  • Association of Independent Research and Technology Organisations
    "AIRTO provides a useful link to a wide range of government bodies, research organisations and trade associations."
  • Campaign for Science and Engineering
    "CaSE is a pressure group aiming to improve the scientific and engineering health of the UK. Their objective is to communicate to Parliament and the nation as a whole the economic and cultural importance of science and engineering, and the vital need for its funding by Government and industry."
  • Civil Aviation Authority
    "The CAA is responsible for safety, economic regulation, and consumer protection in the aviation industry in the UK."
  • Consumer Direct
    Consumer Direct is the government-funded telephone and online service offering information and advice on consumer issues. Consumer Direct is funded by the Office of Fair Trading and delivered in partnership with Local Authority Trading Standards Services. Telephone: 08454 040506.
  • Council for Science and Technology
    The CST is the UK government's top-level independent advisory body on science and technology policy issues.
  • Department for Business Enterprise " Regulatory Reform
    BERR is the voice of business across Government.
  • Department of Energy and Climate Change
    "Find information about all the main areas of the DECC's work, with links to detailed pages on the BERR (energy) and Defra (climate change) websites. There are also links to a range of other voices with different views on climate change and energy issues."
  • "Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs"
    The overarching challenge for Defra is to secure a healthy environment in which we and future generations can prosper. Find out more about the department by visiting its website or call the helpline on 08459 335577.
  • "Department for Innovation, Universities " Skills"
    "DIUS is responsible for further and higher education, innovation, science and technology, intellectual property and supporting evidence-based policy making across government."
  • Direct Gov
    The official government website for citizens.
  • Environment Agency
    The leading public organisation for protecting and improving the environment in England and Wales.
  • Eureka
    A network for market orientated R"D companies.
  • Government Office East of England
    GO East joins up the work of eleven Central Government Departments across the East of England and feeds back the region's views and needs to Whitehall.
  • HM Revenue and Customs
    "HMRC is responsible for collecting the bulk of tax revenue, as well as paying Tax Credits and Child Benefits."
  • Her Majesty's Stationary Office
    The HMSO website is the place to go if you are looking up government documents.
  • "Innovation, Universities, Science and Skills Committee"
    "The remit of the House of Commons Innovation, Universities, Science and Skills Committee is to examine the administration, expenditure and policy of DIUS, including further education, higher education, skills and the Government Office for Science which has responsibility for science across all Government departments."
  • Lambert Tool Kit for Collaborative Research
    This website provides a toolkit for universities and companies that wish to undertake collaborative research projects with each other. The toolkit consists of a set of five Model Research Collaboration (one to one) Agreements numbered 1-5 and four Consortium (multi-party) Agreements lettered A-D and documents that should help you to use and understand those agreements.
  • NETREGS
    "This website provides clear guidance to small and medium-sized businesses, helping them stay informed and up-to-date with environmental legislation that affects their businesses."
  • News Distribution Service for Government and the Public Sector
    Log on for personalised news and information. Select the region of interest and browse; or search for the latest ministerial speech.
  • Number 10 Downing Street
    The Number 10 Downing Street web site gives extensive information about announcements and activity across all UK Government Departments.
  • Office of Fair Trading
    "The OFT is responsible for making markets work well for consumers by promoting and protecting consumer interests throughout the UK, while ensuring that businesses are fair and competitive."
  • Office of Water Services
    OFWAT is the economic regulator for the water and sewerage industry in England and Wales
  • Parliament
    Find your local MP and other resource at this site.
  • Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology
    "POST is the UK Parliament’s in-house source of independent, balanced and accessible analysis of public policy issues related to science and technology. Their aim is to inform parliamentary debate."
  • Parliamentary Inquiry into Engineering
    "A study by the House of Commons Innovation, Universities, Science and Skills Committee soliciting the views of those in or studying engineering. Submit your views by 9/12/08."
  • The Technology Strategy Board (TSB)
    "Established in 2007 by DIUS to stimulate technology-enabled innovation in the areas which offer the greatest scope for boosting UK growth and productivity. Promoting, supporting and investing in technological R"D and commercialisation, the TSB spreads knowledge and brings people together to solve problems or make new advances. See also Knowledge Transfer Networks."
  • TSB collaborative research and development competitions
    Competitions for funding to undertake collaborative research and development.
  • TSB International programmes and funding
    Information on 10 or so different European schemes and funding.
  • The Trading Standards Institute
    "This site is a 'one stop shop' for consumer protection in the UK. It provides news, information and advice for consumers and businesses."
  • The UK Intellectual Property Office
    The UK IPO was previously known as the UK Patent Office.
  • Write To Them
    This website does exactly what it says it does. Type in your postcode to find who your MP is and then write a fax which will then be sent (via the website) to your MP. The service is free.
  • Young Engineers e-consultation
    "The Innovation, Universities, Science and Skills Committee set up this web forum to find out what young engineers thought about engineering as a profession and to find out why they went, or are thinking of going, into engineering."

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Health and Safety

  • Health and Safety Executive
    Information on workplace health and safety information. Call 0845 345 0055 for guidance and expert advice.
  • HSE offices in the EoE
    Office locations in the East of England
  • IoD guide to Health and Safety
    "A guide for organisations of all sizes. Designed for use by all directors, governors, trustees, officers and their equivalents in the private, public and third sectors."
  • REACH Regulations
    "Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation " restriction of CHemicals legislation affects almost all businesses. Registration needed by December 2008."

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Intellectual Property and Invention

  • Chartered Institute of Patent Agents
    The CIPA is the professional and examining body for patent attorneys (also known as patent agents) in the UK. Includes a search facility.
  • Copyright
    "A comprehensive explanation of all you need to know about this cost effective method of protecting your ideas. Copyright protects material, such as literature, art, music, sound recordings, films and broadcasts. "
  • Design
    "Designs protect the visual appearance or eye appeal of products. Here you will find comprehensive information about protecting your designs, whether using UK Registered Design or UK Design Rights."
  • Designs search
    "Allows you to search for designs by product, classification, proprietor or design number."
  • Directory of Patent Attorneys
    This searchable directory lists UK firms who provide services direct to the public
  • New European Community Trade Marks and Designs
    The Office for Harmonization in the Internal Market (Trade Marks and Designs) or OHIM is the European Union agency responsible for registering trade marks and designs that are valid in all 27 countries of the EU.
  • European Patent Office
    The European Patent Office (EPO) provides a uniform application procedure for individual inventors and companies seeking patent protection in up to 38 European countries.
  • New European Patent Office - Searches
    The EPO search facility.
  • Free Patents Online search
    "The Free Patents Online search engine is one of the most powerful, fastest and easiest patent search engines on the web. "
  • Intellectual Property Rights
    Visit here to get an overview of all kinds of IPR.
  • Institute of Patentees and Inventors
    Good general information.
  • Intellectual Property Office - IP Healthcheck
    A free healthcheck to see if you are taking advantage of all relevant forms of protection for your idea or product.
  • Inventors' Handbook
    A step by step guide showing that there is more to commercialising an invention than perhaps just filing a patent.
  • IP Armour Game
    An interactive game to help you choose the right IP Armour for your invention and watch it break down the walls between you and business success!
  • New ipHandbook of Best Practices
    "A wealth of resources, this online resource offers up-to-date information and strategies for utilizing the power of both intellectual property and the public domain. Emphasis is placed on advancing innovation in health and agriculture, though many of the principles outlined here are broadly applicable across many fields."
  • James Dyson
    Hear the story of James Dyson and get a copy of his guide on how to protect your ideas.
  • Mandy Haberman
    "Mandy Haberman is a highly inspirational, successful inventor. Read her story and resources at her website."
  • Patents
    Patents protect the technical and functional aspects of products and processes.
  • Patent search facility (UK)
    Free access to the GB esp@cenet user interface which was developed by the European Patent Office (EPO).
  • Register of Patent Agents
    The statutory Register of Patent Agents of those who are qualified by examination to practise before the UK Patent Office.
  • New Systematic Innovation
    A wealth of information and free downloads to help companies to innovate.
  • New The Institute of Trade Mark Attorneys
    The ITMA is the professional body of the UK Trade Mark Attorneys.
  • The UK Intellectual Property Office
    "Previously known as the Patent Office, this site provides a comprehensive explanation of all forms of protection."
  • New Totally Absurd Patents
    Some of America's fun patents.
  • Trade Marks
    Trade Marks protect signs that can distinguish the goods and services of one trader from those of another. Costs as little as £200 to register.
  • Trevor Baylis Brands plc
    Inspiration and help for inventors.
  • New United States Patent and Trademark Office
    "Visit the USPTO for invention support resource, etc."

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Knowledge Transfer Networks

  • KTN Networks
    "KTN's are funded by the Technology Strategy Board helping businesses innovate by providing networking and partnering opportunities, up-to-date knowledge and routes to funding."
  • Aerospace " Defence
    "The UK Aerospace " Defence KTNs aim is to help promote innovation and collaboration across UK industry, Government and academia, helping to improve industrial performance and implement the UK National Aerospace Technology Strategy (NATS)."
  • bioProcessingUK
    "Set up in 2005 to drive innovation performance across the UK biological medicine bioprocessing industry, it has since merged with the Health Technologies KTN to form the Health Tech and Medicines KTN."
  • Bioscience for Business
    "Specialising in biotechnology, plant and crop-based expertise and links into the UK marine biotechnology community"
  • Chemistry Innovation
    Set up in 2006 to drive innovation performance across the UK chemistry-using industries.
  • Creative Industries Technology Innovation Network
    "Created in May 2008, this KTN supports thirteen creative industry sub-sectors as identified by the Department of Media, Culture and Sport."
  • Digital Communications
    Facilitating the exchange of knowledge on Digital Communications technologies and accelerating innovation.
  • New Digital Systems
    "The Digital Systems KTN brings together expertise in scalable computing, location " timing and cyber security in order to drive the development of a digitally-enabled Britain."
  • Digital Systems - Cyber Security
    "Providing a focal point for UK Cyber Security expertise, now as part of the Digital Systems KTN."
  • Integrated Products Manufacturing
    "Assisting UK industry with research and technology-transfer activities in the design, development and manufacture of complex products with integrated electronic and mechanical function. The IOM KTN is currently being merged into the Electronics Sensors and Photonics KTN."
  • Electronics
    "Providing access to knowledge for companies right across the electronics value chain, to help them to understand how to capitalise on their innovations."
  • New Energy Generation " Supply
    "The mission of the Energy Generation and Supply Knowledge Transfer Network (EG"S KTN) is to create an integrated and dynamic network of business, technology, academic and policy stakeholders delivering strategic and effective knowledge exchange to advance the UK Energy Generation " Supply sector."
  • New Environmental Sustainability
    The Environmental Sustainability KTN draws together organisations and businesses that deal with environmental and resource management and assists them accelerate the development and uptake of innovative sustainable solutions.
  • New Financial Services
    "The Financial Services Knowledge Transfer Network (KTN) harnesses cutting edge scientific research to support and protect innovation, competitiveness and market stability."
  • Food Processing
    Facilitates the introduction of new techniques and equipment to increase the efficiency and quality of the food manufacturing industry in the UK.
  • Grid Computing Now
    An overarching network for GridUK and IECnet. The aim is to share knowledge and experience about this rapidly advancing field of grid computing to help promote and deliver this new wave of computing innovation.
  • New Health Tech and Medicines
    Aim to capitalise on the UK’s potential in Europe's Medical Devices market by bringing together a diverse knowledge base and supporting networking.
  • Industrial Mathematics
    Harvests the UK's world-leading strengths in modelling and analysis to accelerate innovation.
  • Intelligent Transport Systems
    "Working towards reducing the environmental impact of road transport, increasing productivity through reduced congestion and improving safety and security of the road transport network."
  • Environmental (Integrated Pollution Management)
    "Draws together organisations and businesses that deal with environmental pollution in land, waste and water."
  • Location and Timing
    The KTN aims to encourage traditional British industries to integrate location and timing applications into their systems.
  • Low Carbon Technologies and Fuel Cell Technologies
    Supporting the development of a range of low carbon and fuel cell technologies for better energy efficiency.
  • Materials
    "Aims to bring together the views of all in business, design, research and technology organisations, trade associations, the financial market, academia and others in an overarching value network across the materials community. "
  • Nanotechnology
    "Providing a market-oriented focus for the facilities, people and organisations engaged in Micro and Nanotechnologies."
  • The Modern Built Environment
    Aiming to intensify technological innovation within the modern built environment through improved knowledge transfer.
  • Photonics " Plastic Electronics
    "Set up to bring together businesses, designers, research and technology organisations, trade associations, the financial market, academia and others in the value network across the optics and photonics community."
  • Resource Efficiency
    Helps the UK minimise waste through the development and implementation of innovative technologies and processes aimed at increasing business competitiveness and leading towards environmental and financial sustainability. Since September 2009 this KTN has become part of the Environmental Sustainability KTN.
  • Sensors and Instrumentation
    "Embraces sensing in its entirety - from the principles of measurement to novel sensor technologies, deployment in the field and data analysis."
  • UK Displays " Lighting
    "Encourages collaborations between partners and supports the sector, to create wealth for the UK in the displays and lighting sector. Now merged into the Photonics " Plastic Electronics KTN."

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Marine Sector

  • British Marine Federation
    The award-winning trade association for the leisure marine industry.
  • "Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology"
    "The IMarEST works to promote the development of marine engineering, science and technology, providing opportunities for the exchange of ideas and practices and upholding the status and knowledge of marine professionals. "
  • Marine East
    "Marine East is a not for profit, industry focus group, established in the East of England, to represent the extensive and diverse marine industry found in this area."
  • Merchant Navy Training Board
    "Careers, courses, sponsorships, etc along with links to many other sites."
  • Shipbuilders " Shiprepairers Association
    "The SSA represents UK companies engaged in building ships of all sizes, converting them for other uses, repairing " maintaining and eventually disposing of them."
  • Great Yarmouth College
    Providing Marine and Engineering courses amongst many others.

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Maths

  • Maths Careers
    What can you do with your maths qualifications?
  • Maths Inspiration
    Inspiring maths lectures for 15-17 year olds.
  • More Maths Grads
    The HEFCE funded programme that is looking at how to increase the number of students studying maths.
  • Motivate
    Mathematically based video conferences for schools and conferences - fees involved.
  • Plus Magazine
    "The best online maths magazine, aimed at older school pupils."
  • Royal Statistical Society
    The RSS promotes public understanding of statistics and provide professional support to users of statistics and statisticians.
  • RSS Graduate Statisticians Mentoring Scheme
    "Provided by the RSS, the scheme is intended to provide advice and guidance in respect of the professional development Graduate Statisticians need to undertake in order to prepare themselves to apply for Chartered Statistician."
  • The Faculty and Institute of Actuaries
    "Whether you're new to the Actuarial profession, a school student, an undergraduate or graduate, a qualified member, or an employer - this organisation is there to help. Resource for teachers and students."
  • The Further Maths Network
    Fancy taking Further Maths? Here's how to do it.
  • The Institute of Mathematics and its Applications
    "The IMA is the UK's learned and professional society for mathematicians and its applications. It promotes mathematics research, education and careers, and the use of mathematics in business, industry and commerce."
  • The Operational Research Society
    "Operational Research (""OR""), also known as Operations Research or Management Science (""OR/MS"") looks at an organisation's operations and uses mathematical or computer models, or other analytical approaches, to find better ways of doing them. The OR Society provides training, conferences, publications and information to those working in Operational Research."
  • United Kingdom Mathematics Trust
    "The UKMT organises national mathematics competitions in the UK for 11-18 year old school pupils. These range from popular ""mass"" Maths Challenges to the selection and training of the International Mathematical Olympiad team (IMO)."
  • UKMT Mentoring Schemes
    "Junior, Intermediate and Senior Student schemes, providing among other things challenging mathematical problems which will stretch and inspire school pupils and help develop their ability in and love of Mathematics. "

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Medical Sector

  • Association of British Health-Care Industries
    "The ABHI is the lead industry association for the medical technology sector in the UK, representing companies of all sizes."
  • Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry
    "ABPI is the trade association for more than 75 companies in the UK. Its member companies research, develop, manufacture and supply more than 80 per cent of the medicines prescribed through the National Health Service "
  • British Dental Association
    The BDA is the professional association and trade union for dentists in the UK
  • British Institute of Radiologists
    The British Nuclear Medicine Society.
  • Council of Deans of Health
    The Council of Deans of Health has 88 member universities throughout the UK. It is the principal source in higher education of collective views on all matters relating to education and research for Nurses " Health Professions.
  • Dental Schools Council
    The Dental Schools Council provides advice on education and research in dental schools in the UK.
  • Department of Health
    "Providing health and social care policy, guidance and publications for NHS and social care professionals."
  • DoH R"D calls for proposals
    All calls for research proposals from the Department of Health and the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) programmes are posted here.
  • Healthcare Jobs
    UK healthcare vacancies.
  • Health Enterprise East
    "Health Enterprise East (HEE) is the NHS Innovations Hub for the East of England, set up to help NHS staff in the East of England develop and take forward new innovative ideas – both products and services – to enhance healthcare delivery."
  • Health Enterprise East - SBRI Funing
    "The East of England has launched a Small Business Research Initiative in the health sector to help bring new technologies into key markets. This competition is open to all companies, including those not currently engaged in the health sector."
  • Medical Research Council
    "The MRC is a publicly-funded organisation dedicated to improving human health, supporting research across the entire spectrum of medical sciences."
  • Medical Research Network
    The Medical Research Network (MRN) is a leading provider of specialist Clinical Trial Support services
  • Medical Schools Council
    "The MSC embraces medical undergraduate education, the entirety of health related research and a critical interface with the health service."
  • National Institute for Health Research
    Improving the health and wealth of the nation through research.
  • NHIR i4i Programme
    The NHIR (National Institute for Health Research) Invention for Innovation programme - i4i calls and competition programme.
  • NHS
    The official NHS gateway.
  • NHS Innovation Hubs
    Innovation hubs are there to help NHS staff commercialise their ideas. Contact details for all the innovation hubs in England.
  • NHS Institute for Innovation
    "Assists the NHS in transforming healthcare for patients by developing and spreading new work practices, technology and improved leadership."
  • National Pharmaceutical Association
    The trade association for British retail chemists and pharmacies.
  • The Chartered Society of Physiotherapists
    "The CSP is the professional, educational and trade union body for the UK's 48,000 chartered physiotherapists, physiotherapy students and assistants."
  • Royal College of General Practitioners
    The RCGP is the academic organisation in the UK for general practitioners.
  • Royal College of Nursing
    Supporting nursing professionals in the UK.
  • Royal Society of Medicine
    Providing educational opportunities for the medical profession.
  • Wellcome Trust
    The Wellcome Trust is an independent charity funding research to improve human and animal health.

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Motor Industry

  • Automotive Academy
    Tutorials for the car fanatic.
  • Formula Student
    "Formula Student is about building future engineering talent by designing and producing a single-seater racing car, not just in design and manufacture, but in many of the management, marketing and people skills so vital in the modern world, across all sectors of employment."
  • Go Motorsport
    The one pit-stop website set up to fast track you into all areas of motor sport. From circuit racing and rallying to more affordable but no less fun disciplines such as autotests and karting.
  • IMechE Greenpower
    "Schools either design and build their own cars or use customised kits to compete in regional endurance heats using standard motors and batteries. The final race at Goodwood lasts 4 hours and is an exciting event, with up to 100 finalists competing."
  • Institute of The Motor Industry
    "The IMI is the professional association for individuals working in the motor industry. The Institute is the Sector Skills Council for the automotive retail industry, part of the Skills for Business network and also the governing body for the Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) scheme."
  • Millbrook Proving Ground
    "Millbrook in Bedfordshire is one of Europe’s leading locations for the development and demonstration of every type of land vehicle, from motorcycles and passenger cars to heavy commercial, military and off-road vehicles. "
  • Motor Cycle Industry Association
    "The MCI works to protect its members future trading, actively promote the many positives of motorcycling and seeks to expand the market to the benefit of members."
  • Motor Industry Research Association
    "MIRA is recognised as a leading independent product engineering, testing, consultancy and certification organisation. "
  • Motorsport Development UK
    Motorsport Development UK is an industry body whose aims are to sustain and develop Britain’s world-leading motorsport industry. Extensive links to clubs and other organisations.
  • On Your Bike
    "The Motor Cycle Industry Association pages devoted to safety, passing your test and related resources."
  • Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders
    "The SMMT exists to support and promote the interests of the UK automotive industry at home and abroad. Working closely with member companies, SMMT acts as the voice of the motor industry, promoting its position to government, stakeholders and the media. "
  • Volunteers in Motorsport
    "Volunteers in Motorsport is a government backed initiative to encourage more people like you to become involved with the sport - autotest, race, rally or more. "

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Museums and Places to visit

  • Aeroflight UK Aviation Museums
    "The Aeroflight directory of UK Aviation Museums covers 100 aviation-related historic collections located in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland."
  • Bedford Autodrome
    "A purpose-built facility, designed to provide the most magnificent driving experience in the UK."
  • Bletchley Park
    "WW2 Bletchley Park, close to Milton Keynes is the National Codes and Cipher Centre main website. Take a virtual tour of Churchill's Secret Intelligence and Computers Headquarters."
  • BRE
    BRE Innovation Park welcomes visits from organisations and individuals who wish to learn about the latest innovative technologies and demonstration buildings showcased on the park.
  • City of Norwich Aviation Museum
  • de Havilland Aircraft Heritage Centre
    "Just south of Hatfield, located at Salisbury Hall, the museum now covers all aspects of the de Havilland Aircraft Company and incorporates the Mosquito Aircraft Museum. "
  • East of England Tourism
    "Promoting tourism in Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk and Suffolk."
  • Engeneration
    "Engeneration is a free-to-join membership scheme for Engineering Diploma students. Careers advice and Diploma learning resources, trips and events. "
  • Museums in Hertfordshire
    "A useful list of museums, all in Hertfordshire."
  • Imperial War Museum Duxford
    "Duxford, near Cambridge, is Europe's premier aviation museum - as well as having one of the finest collections of tanks, military vehicles and naval exhibits in the country."
  • Imperial War Museum
    The family of wartime museums.
  • Ironbridge Gorge Museums
    "Renowned as the birthplace of industry, there are ten award-winning Museums spread along the valley beside the wild River Severn - still spanned by the world's first Iron Bridge."
  • Mosquito Aircraft Museum
    "Just south of Hatfield, located at Salisbury Hall, where the Mosquito prototype was originally designed, the museum now covers all aspects of the de Havilland Aircraft Company. "
  • New Museum of Science and Industry
    "Located on the historic site of the world’s oldest surviving passenger railway station, housed in five listed buildings, MOSI’s amazing galleries and outstanding collections tell the story of Manchester’s scientific and industrial past, present and future."
  • Museums in Hertfordshire
    "A useful list of museums, all in Hertfordshire."
  • National Maritime Museum
    "The National Maritime Museum comprises three sites: the Maritime Galleries, the Royal Observatory and the Queen's House. Together these constitute one museum working to illustrate for everyone the importance of the sea, ships, time and the stars and their relationship with people."
  • National Maritime Museum - Schools Programme
    "The National Maritime Museum offers a wide range of multi-sensory, interactive sessions, delivered by experienced teachers, providing exciting learning opportunities across the curriculum."
  • New National Trust
    "Search the National Trust website for historic gardens, houses and places to visit. Enter your post code or any location to see all the choices of attractions in that region. "
  • Rockingham Festival 2009
    "Rockingham Motor Speedway Nr Corby, Northants is the UK's only purpose built motor racing circuit and the Rockingham Festival is the Learning Grid's annual three day celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). Held between 30th June - 2nd July 2009, the Festival gives young people from 8 to 16 the chance to try a variety of hands-on activities and be inspired by real-life opportunities in science and engineering."
  • Rockingham Motor Speedway
    "Rockingham Motor Speedway Nr Corby, Northants is the UK's only purpose built motor racing circuit."
  • Royal Air Force Museum London
    Based at Hendon.
  • Silverstone
    "Based in Northampton, off the M1 at J15A"
  • Snetterton Race Circuit
    "Based in Norfolk, just off the A11 north of Thetford."
  • The Museum of Technology
    "Located in the Old Town, Hemel Hempstead this modest museum spans that very small period in history in which the technological revolution took place. Open by arrangement with guided tours for individuals or groups up to 10 people. Call to arrange a visit."
  • The Natural History Museum
    The place to go in London for nature and zoology. The museum's Darwin Centre opens in September 2009 and will show the public even more of the vital research and internationally important collections. Free to visit.
  • The Natural History Museum at Tring
    A fascinating range of animals collected by Lord Rothschild in a beautiful Victorian Museum. It is home to the world-class research and collections of the Natural History Museum's Bird Group.
  • The Science Museum
    In London - free and open 7 days a week from 10.00 to 18.00 apart from Christmas and Boxing Day.
  • The Science Museum - Outreach program
    "Let the Science Museum come to you! We can bring a wide range of interactive curriculum-linked shows and workshops into your school, community group or science club, catering for all sizes of audience."

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Networks and Clubs

  • Association of Independent Research and Technology Organisations
    "AIRTO provides a useful link to a wide range of government bodies, research organisations and trade associations."
  • Bloodhound SSC
    "The BLOODHOUND Project aims to break the world land speed record by achieving 1,000mph - an iconic adventure that will push technology to its limit."
  • Cambridge Network
    Linking business and academia to each other and to the global high technology community for the benefit of the Cambridge region.
  • Cambridge University Technology and Enterprise Club
    "CUTEC aim at engaging Venture Capital for technological innovations. Their goal is to raise the entrepreneurial spirit amongst academics and students by facilitating interaction between researchers, entrepreneurs, and successful investors, through various events."
  • Campaign for Science and Engineering
    "CaSE is a pressure group aiming to improve the scientific and engineering health of the UK. Their objective is to communicate to Parliament and the nation as a whole the economic and cultural importance of science and engineering, and the vital need for its funding by Government and industry."
  • East of England Energy Group
    A focal point representing the energy industry in the East of England region.
  • East of England Multimedia Alliance
    EMMA is dedicated to the promotion and growth of the digital industries in the East of England.
  • East of England Regional Biotech Initiative
    ERBI is focused on growing BioTech and Medical Technologies in Cambridge and the East of England.
  • Enterprise Europe East
    "Enterprise Europe East is your local link to a network comprising 600 organisations across 40 countries in Europe and beyond. Visit this new website to access technology offers, technology requests and more."
  • ERBI
    ERBI is focused on growing BioTech and Medical Technologies in Cambridge and the East of England.
  • Health Enterprise East
    "Health Enterprise East (HEE) is the NHS Innovations Hub for the East of England, set up to help NHS staff in the East of England develop and take forward new innovative ideas – both products and services – to enhance healthcare delivery."
  • Imagineering Foundation
    "Introducing 8-16 year olds to the fascinating world of engineering, originated and run by the education charity, the Imagineering Foundation."
  • New Institute of Directors
    "The IoD champions entrepreneurial spirit, providing support and training to members and others, as well as being a respected voice in the business community. "
  • LinkedIn
    "A network where over 35 million professionals use LinkedIn to exchange information, ideas and opportunities."
  • London Technology Network
    Part of the Enterprise Europe Network comprising 600 organisations across 40 countries in Europe and beyond. LTN promotes innovative collaborations and help to stimulate technology-intensive innovation between universities and business.
  • Manufacturing Leaders Clubs
    A business leaders discussion group hosted by Works Management in partnership with Cranfield University.
  • Medical Device Network
    Medical Device Network is a procurement and reference resource providing a one-stop-shop for professionals and decision makers within the medical device and diagnostics industry.
  • Medical Research Network
    The Medical Research Network (MRN) is a leading provider of specialist Clinical Trial Support services
  • Nature Network
    "Nature Network is a professional networking website for scientists around the world; an online meeting place where scientists can gather, share and discuss ideas, and keep in touch. There are also local level networks in Boston, London and more recently New York."
  • New Peterborough Joint Panel
    "The Peterborough Joint Panel, formed in 1973, represents approximately 1,200 members of the Institutions of Mechanical Engineering (ImechE), Engineering and Technology (IET) and the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST), in Greater Peterborough and the surrounding areas."
  • Science Oxford
    "Previously known as The Oxford Trust, Science Oxford are devoted to science and enterprise and have four strands; Networks, Next for education; Live for everyone and Online:-"
  • Science Oxford Live
    "Science Oxford Live bring science, enterprise and the public together . We are Oxfordshire’s cultural centre for science and enterprise. A new venue in a familiar building, Science Oxford Live is the place for anyone and everyone to come and be engaged by the wonder of science."
  • Science Oxford Networks
    "Science Oxford Networks supports the growth and development of Oxfordshire’s high-tech economy by pioneering initiatives, researching and communicating useful information and importantly building links between business, education and the public. "
  • Science Oxford Next
    "The mission of Science Oxford Next is to work with schools to connect young people with science and enterprise. They help develop their skills, enthuse teachers and give opportunities to interact with role models."
  • Radio Society of Great Britain
    All about the world of amateur radio - a great hobby.
  • SMART Club East of England
    Club for past winners of R"D or PoC awards.
  • Screen East
    "Developing, supporting and promoting the film and media industries and culture in the East of England."
  • "Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths Network"
    See all the local contacts for STEMNET activities.
  • Science Business
    An independent news service that brings together buyers and sellers of emerging technologies.
  • The R"D Society
    a UK based organisation formed to promote the better understanding of research and development in all its forms.
  • Women's Engineering Society
    "Inspiring women as engineers, scientists and leaders."
  • Women into Science and Engineering
    "The WISE Campaign encourages girls and young women, under the age of 19, to value and pursue Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) or Construction related courses and then to select and engage in related careers."
  • Young Engineers
    A national club network to inspire young people to develop an interest in engineering.
  • Young Persons Network
    A website for young people working in the Chemical Industry.
  • Young Vet Network
    Supporting new graduates.
  • UK Resource Centre for Women in Science Engineering and Technology
    "The UKRC is funded by DIUS and is the Government’s lead organisation for the provision of advice, services and policy consultation regarding the under-representation of women in science, engineering and technology (SET). "

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News and Periodicals

  • Aerospace and Defence Resources - AERADE
    "AERADE provides access to key aerospace and defence information sources created worldwide. The team of specialists frequently add new resources, and the service includes links to more than 30,000 quality and essential Internet resources including Web sites, specialist databases, full text technical reports, engineering design data, conferences and news."
  • EEESTA news pages
    EEESTA updates and SCENTA news feed.
  • BBC
    World news from the BBC.
  • British Association for the Advancement of Science
    Subscribe and get news updates compiled by the British Association.
  • Business Edge
    "Business Edge is a brand new, totally free digital magazine for business owners and directors."
  • Dexigner newsletter
    Weekly roundup of design news and competitions from a portal for design related information.
  • E4 Engineering
    "Engineering, design and industry news, 24 hours a day."
  • Engineering News-Record
    Worldwide construction news.
  • Green Engineering Jobs
    " An international job, news and information centre for the renewable energy " environmental industries."
  • IET Discover
    "IET Discover is a social bookmarking service for engineers. It’s designed to help engineers store and manage their favourite engineering links, and share them with the rest of the engineering community."
  • IET TV
    "With news, research seminars and eight dedicated technology channels, IET.tv is a Web-based service and one of the largest sources of engineering and technology content on the internet and delivers synchronised, multimedia content to Web users anytime, anywhere."
  • INSPEC Direct
    "Inspec Direct is the English-language bibliographic information service providing access to the world's scientific and technical literature via a new, intuitive, precision research tool."
  • New Civil Engineer
    An on-line magazine with daily updates.
  • New Outlooks In Science " Engineering
    A UK-wide campaign funded by the Engineering " Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)
  • News Distribution Service for Government and the Public Sector
    Log on for personalised news and information. Select the region of interest and browse; or search for the latest ministerial speech.
  • Plus Magazine
    "The best online maths magazine, aimed at older school pupils."
  • Research news in the UK and Europe
  • SCENTA
    "SCENTA works in partnership with leaders in the science, engineering and technology community to supply a gateway for practising Science Engineering " Technology (SET) professionals and enthusiasts, including teachers, careers advisors, students and parents."
  • Science Business
    An independent news service that brings together buyers and sellers of emerging technologies.
  • Science Daily
    A source of the latest science research news.
  • Science Direct
    "ScienceDirect contains over 25% of the world's science, technology and medicine full text and bibliographic information. Apart from online eBooks, Reference Works, Handbooks and Book Series ScienceDirect offers a rich journal collection of over 2,500 titles."
  • Science Direct - information
    How to make best use of all the resource and news feeds at ScienceDirect.
  • SEMTA Newsletter - SEMTA Matters
    "Register for e-news letters from the Sector Skills Council for Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies."
  • TechXtra
    "Searching for engineering, mathematics and computing resource? TechXtra is a free service to help you find articles, books, the best websites, the latest industry news, job announcements, technical reports, technical data, full text reprints, the latest research, thesis " dissertations, teaching and learning resources and more."
  • The Chemical Engineer
    Process industry news.
  • The Engineer
    For those involved in engineering or manufacturing in the UK. Subscribe for free to get a weekly news update.
  • The Manufacturer
    "For manufacturing professionals, this journal that promotes best practice in manufacturing."

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Other Institutions

  • Association for Consultancy and Engineering
    ACE represents the business interests of the consultancy and engineering industry in the UK.
  • Association of Cost Engineers
    "The ACostE represents the professional interests of those with responsibility, at all levels, for the prediction, planning and control of resources and cost for activities that involve engineering, manufacturing and construction."
  • British Institute of Non Destructive Testing
    "Professional institute for those engaged in non-destructive testing and condition monitoring. It is concerned with the education and training of its members. The Institute’s aim is to promote and advance the science and practice of non-destructive testing, condition monitoring, diagnostic engineering and all other materials and quality testing disciplines."
  • British Standards Institution
    The BSI provides organizations from all sectors with best practice solutions and standards that represent and support the needs of business and society in the UK and worldwide.
  • British Standards Institution - Standards and Conferences
    Search this BSI website for Standards and BSI Publications.
  • British Veterinary Association
    The voice of the veterinary world.
  • Institute of Directors
    "Informing, supporting and inspiring the ambitions of individual directors."
  • Institute of Operations Management
    "The IOM is the principal UK professional society for operations management in manufacturing, service industries and the public sector. IOM recently became a membership body within The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (UK) – CILT(UK)."
  • Institute of Vehicle Engineers
    "The InVehE is the only professional institute dedicated solely to vehicle design, related components and the systems supply industries."
  • Intellect - representing the UK technology industry
    "The mission of the Information Technology Telecommunications and Electronics Association is to use their expertise and knowledge to provide the highest quality of service and intelligence to their members in the technology industry, helping them to make the right business decisions to deliver commercial solutions and achieve growth and profitability "
  • National Soil Resources Institute
    Based at Cranfield University sign up for the NSRI eZine.
  • Professional Institutions UK
    A list of a number of professional institutions and others.
  • Royal Institute of British Architects
    "RIBA is the UK body for architecture and the architectural profession, supporting some 40,000 members worldwide."
  • Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
    "The RICS is for professionals in property, land, construction and environmental assets."
  • SAE Institute UK
    "The largest worldwide private college for Audio Engineering, Creative Media and Digital Film training. SAE provides practical training courses, as well as academic degree programmes. "
  • The British Institute of Radiologists
    The British Nuclear Medicine Society.
  • The British Wind Energy Association
    The BWEA is the trade and professional body for the UK wind and marine renewables industries.
  • The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport
    "CITL is the professional body for all in the logistics, passenger transport, transport planning and related industries and is dedicated to supporting, developing and representing all specialisms at all stages of career development."
  • The Chartered Quality Institute
    Previously known as the Institute of Quality Assurance (IQA) the CQI is the only chartered professional body dedicated entirely to quality.
  • The Faculty and Institute of Actuaries
    "Whether you're new to the Actuarial profession, a school student, an undergraduate or graduate, a qualified member, or an employer - this organisation is there to help. Resource for teachers and students."
  • The Geological Society
    "The Geological Society of London (1807) is the UK national society for geoscience. A learned and professional body and a registered charity, it exists to promote the geosciences and the professional interests of UK geoscientists."
  • The Institute of Mathematics and its Applications
    "The IMA is the UK's learned and professional society for mathematicians and its applications. It promotes mathematics research, education and careers, and the use of mathematics in business, industry and commerce."
  • The Institute of Nanotechnology
    Aiming to be the foremost global nanotechnology information provider and membership organisation.
  • The Operational Research Society
    "Operational Research (""OR""), also known as Operations Research or Management Science (""OR/MS"") looks at an organisation's operations and uses mathematical or computer models, or other analytical approaches, to find better ways of doing them. The OR Society provides training, conferences, publications and information to those working in Operational Research."
  • The Royal Statistical Society
    The RSS promotes public understanding of statistics and provide professional support to users of statistics and statisticians.
  • The Worshipful Company of Engineers
    "The Worshipful Company of Engineers is a City of London Livery Company whose aim is to promote the development and advancement of the science, art and practise of engineering. Through its own Charitable Trust fund, the Company gives awards, prizes and grants to support and encourage excellence amongst qualified engineers and those training to be Chartered Engineers, Incorporated Engineers and Engineering Technicians."

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Research Careers

  • CRAC - Careers Research and Advisory Centre
    "CRAC is an independent, national organisation dedicated to supporting career development and active, career related learning. "
  • PGR Tips
    A monthly news letter helping people doing PhD's.
  • Vitae
    "Vitae is a new initiative to champion the professional and career development of researchers, launched on 25 June 2008 alongside the new Concordat to support the career development of researchers."
  • Vitae - East of England Hub
    "Vitae is a national organisation championing the personal, professional and career development of doctoral researchers and research staff in higher education institutions and research institutes."
  • UK GRAD Programme
    UK GRAD is dedicated to realising postgraduate talent.
  • UK Higher Education Research and Development
    UKHERD is a national network of development practitioners and stakeholders with interests in the careers of research staff in UK Higher Education.

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Research Councils

  • Research Councils UK
    The RCUK mission is to optimise the ways that the seven Research Councils work together to deliver their goals.
  • Research Careers
    The RCUK Research Careers page with and Diversity Unit work to strengthen the skills base.
  • Arts and Humanities Research Council
    "Supports research from traditional humanities subjects, such as history, modern languages and English literature, to the creative and performing arts."
  • Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council
    "The BBSRC supports research and postgraduate training in universities and research centres throughout the UK, including BBSRC-sponsored institutes, and promotes knowledge transfer from research to applications in business, industry and policy, and public engagement in the biosciences."
  • CASE Awards
    "Co-operative Awards in Science and Engineering. Industrial CASE are three and a half year postgraduate awards allocated to companies either directly or via agents (Knowledge Transfer Networks and Regional Development Agencies). The aim is to enable companies to take the lead in defining, and arranging, projects, with an academic partner of their choice."
  • Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council
    The UK Government's leading funding agency for research and training in engineering and the physical sciences.
  • Economic and Social Research Council
    "The ESRC supports independent, high quality research relevant to business, the public sector and voluntary organisations. At any one time the ESRC supports over 4,000 researchers and postgraduate students in academic institutions and research policy institutes."
  • Medical Research Council
    The MRC promotes research into all areas of medical and related science with the aims of improving the health and quality of life of the UK public and contributing to the wealth of the nation.
  • Natural Environment Research Council
    "NERC funds and manages research and training in earth system science, advancing knowledge of planet Earth as a complex, interacting system. Its work covers the full range of atmospheric, earth, terrestrial and aquatic sciences, from the depth of the oceans to the upper atmosphere."
  • Science and Technology Facilities Council
    "STFC is a science-driven organisation, making it possible for a broad range of scientists to do the highest quality research tackling some of the most fundamental scientific questions"

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Research and Development

  • DoH R"D calls for proposals
    All calls for research proposals from the Department of Health and the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) programmes are posted here.
  • EPSRC Industrial CASE Studentships
    A competition for EPSRC Industrial CASE Studentships. EEDA is acting as an agent for the EPSRC Industrial CASE Awards to allocate two studentships in 2009/2010. The studentships provide regional businesses with an opportunity to access the expertise of academics and to work directly with postgraduate students. Deadline 30 June 2009.
  • Enterprise Europe Database
    A free service for making technology offers or requests throughout Europe.
  • Framework 7
    The National Contact Point for the European Framework Research and Development Programme - FP7.
  • Lambert Tool Kit for Collaborative Research
    This website provides a toolkit for universities and companies that wish to undertake collaborative research projects with each other. The toolkit consists of a set of five Model Research Collaboration (one to one) Agreements numbered 1-5 and four Consortium (multi-party) Agreements lettered A-D and documents that should help you to use and understand those agreements.
  • Practical Guide to EU funding
    A Practical Guide to funding opportunities for Research and Innovation. Conceived to help potential beneficiaries of EU programmes find their way through the three funding instruments and identify the most appropriate funding scheme.
  • Proof of Concept
    An EEDA Grant to investigate an innovative idea by helping to fund market research.
  • Proof of Market
    "Due to replace Proof of Concept, this Grant through EEDA aims to help fund market research for an innovative product."
  • R"D Grants
    Grants to offset technical risks offered by the East of England Development Agency.
  • R"D Tax Credits
    R"D Tax Credits are available to SME's and large companies.
  • Science Business
    An independent news service that brings together buyers and sellers of emerging technologies.
  • Strategic Partnerships
    "Strategic partnerships are formal arrangements between EPSRC and other organisations where they agree to jointly support research, training and other activities in UK universities. A partnership can involve one or several organisations, and gives a framework for supporting mutually-beneficial activities in areas of interest. Activities can include things like research chairs, research grants and consortia and studentships."
  • Tax Reliefs and Allowances for R"D
    Learn all about R"D Tax Credits.
  • Useful R"D Links
    The Department for Business Enterprise and Regulatory Reform website useful R"D links page.

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Schools

  • Schools Network
    "Networks for schools, by schools. This site includes a wealth of information and practical support for schools and their partners."
  • Specialist Schools
    Look for specialist schools by subject and region.
  • Specialist Schools and Academies Trust
    "Your first stop for information about the SSAT. Find out how to become a specialist school, affiliate or become a sponsor."
  • iNet
    "The SSAT's international arm, International Networking for Educational Transformation."

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Science

  • Are you ready for Science?
    Booklets and self help from the Open University to see if you have the skills and inclinations to enjoy a science course.
  • Association for Science Education
    The ASE is a body promoting excellence in science teaching and learning.
  • British Association for the Advancement of Science
    The BA has now been re-named the British Science Association
  • British Science Association
    "A registered charity (formerly known as the BA) which exists to advance the public understanding, accessibility and accountability of the sciences and engineering."
  • Chartered Science Teacher
    A mechanism which recognises and celebrates high quality science teachers and science education professionals through the award of Chartered Science Teacher (CSciTeach) status.
  • Chartered Scientist
    "CSci represents, a single chartered mark for all scientists, recognising high levels of professionalism and competence in science."
  • Future Morph
    "Teaching resources, video clips, lesson plans and more. All part of a NEW portal showing where studying science, technology, engineering and maths can take you."
  • International Year of Astronomy
    "Everything you need to know about what is happening in the International Year of Astronomy 2009 in the UK, including free telescopes for secondary schools."
  • National Science Competition
    "A competition for 13 -19 year olds seeking the UK Young Scientist of the Year and the UK Young Technologist of the Year with a first prize of £5,000!"
  • New NOISE
    "New Outlooks in Science " Engineering has lots of fascinating information and fun things to do. From exciting experiments and interesting blogs by young scientists, to great articles and details about cool careers, NOISE is a fantastic place to visit for young people who are interested in science and engineering."
  • New Planet Science
    "Planet Science is for all young people who study science and the teachers and other adults that support them. The site is divided into sections, with resources specifically aimed at the different users."
  • Role model search
    "Real people. Real jobs. For real career inspiration, find out what a career in science, technology, engineering or maths is really like - from those 'in the know'"
  • SchoolScience
    The Association for Science Education brings you a free website to enrich your teaching and learning in science!
  • Science at the Open University
    "The Open University Faculty of Science, home to four departments and one research institute."
  • Science Careers
    Careers website for scientists incorporating Science's Next Wave. Has a lot of material relating to succeeding in academia. See the Academic Scientist's Toolkit as a starting point.
  • Science Daily
    A source of the latest science research news.
  • New Science Live
    An online guide to science presenters and outreach shows. Science Live has been designed for teachers and youth group leaders to make it easier to arrange visits from science presenters. Search the science live database to find a presenter to create an unforgetable experience.
  • The British Council
    "Working in 110 countries, the British Council runs programmes in education, English language, the arts, science and technology, sport and governance."
  • The Science Council
    The Science Council is a membership organisation representing the learned societies and professional institutions across the breadth of science in the UK.
  • The Science Museum - Outreach program
    "Let the Science Museum come to you! We can bring a wide range of interactive curriculum-linked shows and workshops into your school, community group or science club, catering for all sizes of audience."
  • Talking Science
    "Helping communicate science with professional networks, up-to-date information and links to the latest ideas. "

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Sector Skills Councils (SSCs)

  • The UK Commission for Employment and Skills (UK CES)
    Launched in April 2008 the UK CES aims to raise UK prosperity and opportunity by improving employment and skills. It is responsible for re-licencing the 25 SSC's.
  • "Sector Skills Councils, listed"
  • Asset Skills
    "The Sector Skills Council for facilities management, housing, property, planning, cleaning and parking."
  • Automotive Skills
    Based in Hertfordshire.
  • Cogent
    "The Sector Skills Council for the science-based industries - comprising Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Nuclear, Oil " Gas, Petroleum and Polymers."
  • Construction Skills
    "Based in Norfolk, providing construction activity and information days."
  • Creative " Cultural Skills
    "The Creative Apprenticeship is an alternative route into the creative industries, one based on ability and potential rather than academic record, social background or contacts."
  • Energy " Utility Skills
  • e-skills UK
    Information technology and telecommunications and the lead body for contact centres on behalf of the Skills for Business network.
  • Financial Services Skills Council
  • GoSkills
    Passenger transport sector.
  • Government Skills SSC Secretariat
    Central government
  • Improve Ltd
    Food and drink manufacturing and processing
  • Lantra
    Environmental and land-based industries
  • Lifelong Learning UK
    "Community learning and development, further education, higher education, libraries, archives and information services, work-based learning and development."
  • People 1st
    "Hospitality, leisure, travel and tourism industries."
  • Proskills UK
    "Process and manufacturing in the building products, coatings, glass, printing, extractive and mineral processing industries."
  • SEMTA
    "Sector Skills Council for Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies. Register for e-news letters."
  • Skillfast-UK
    Fashion and textiles
  • Skills for Care " Development
    "Social care, children, early years and young people's workforces in the UK"
  • Skills for Health
    The health sector across the UK
  • Society Health and Development Diploma
    "A new Society, Health and Development Diploma (SHD) is to be launched in a small number of sites across England in 2008 and will be rolled out incrementally to become part of the national entitlement in 2013."
  • Skills for Justice
    The dedicated Sector Skills Council and Standards Setting Body for the Justice sector.
  • Skills for Logistics
    Freight logistics and wholesaling industry
  • SkillsActive
    "Sport and recreation, health and fitness, the outdoors, playwork and the caravan industry"
  • Skillset
    "Broadcast, film, video, interactive media and photo imaging"
  • Skillsmart Retail
    The Sector Skills Council for the Retail sector.
  • SummitSkills
    "The Sector Skills Council for the building services engineering industry which encompasses the former National Training Organisations - BPEC for plumbing; ESTTL for heating, ventilating and refrigeration and NET for electrical contracting."

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Societies

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Sources of People

  • Graduate Futures - help for employers
    Graduate Futures from the University of Hertfordshire is dedicated to making it easy for employers to find the right graduates to join their organisations and can get help not only in finding jobs but also in developing their careers.
  • Grads East
    "GradsEast is your one-stop-shop for graduate jobs in the East of England - a free, direct link between graduates and employers who are recruiting in Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk and Suffolk."
  • Shell STEP
    A programme offering undergraduates project-based work experience in small and medium sized businesses.

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STEMNET and Related

  • STEMNET
    "Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Network. STEMNET aims to ensure that more young people in the UK make a choice to enter Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) related careers at all levels, and future generations are properly informed about the science and technology that surrounds them."
  • STEMNET Contacts
    A PDF showing the STEMNET Contract holders as at February 2009.
  • The Industrial Trust
    The Industrial Trust is the leading national provider of out of school and in-company educational experiences for young people. Open to students and teachers. Contact Sarah Bass at sarah.bass@edfenergy.com.
  • The Industrial Trust - Resources for Teachers
    "A comprehensive list of schemes, career guides, posters, games and CDs that can be used to increase interest in Science and Engineering Careers and to improve career advice available in schools for these sectors."

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Students and Apprentices

  • Graduate Futures - help for students and alumni
    Students and alumni from the University of Hertfordshire can get help not only in finding jobs but also in developing their careers.
  • Grads East
    "GradsEast is your one-stop-shop for graduate jobs in the East of England - a free, direct link between graduates and employers who are recruiting in Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk and Suffolk."
  • IET Discover
    "IET Discover is a social bookmarking service for engineers. It’s designed to help engineers store and manage their favourite engineering links, and share them with the rest of the engineering community."
  • IET Students and Apprentices
    A dedicated area on the IET website for Students and Apprentices.
  • National Science Competition
    "A competition for 13 -19 year olds seeking the UK Young Scientist of the Year and the UK Young Technologist of the Year with a first prize of £5,000!"
  • Need 2 Know
    "Advice on student life, relationships, travel and more."
  • Student Guide to Engineering Information Resource Centres
    "This guide has been designed to help engineering students find the right information quickly. It is not an exhaustive list of engineering related sites, but a selective choice, which identifies some of the most informative and useful sources of information."
  • The Student Loans Company (SLC)
    " A UK public sector organisation established to provide financial services, in terms of loans and grants, to students in colleges and universities across the four education systems of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales."

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Technology Grants

  • CASE Awards
    "EPSRC Co-operative Awards in Science and Engineering. Industrial CASE are three and a half year postgraduate awards allocated to companies either directly or via agents (Knowledge Transfer Networks and Regional Development Agencies). The aim is to enable companies to take the lead in defining, and arranging, projects, with an academic partner of their choice."
  • EPSRC Industrial CASE Studentships
    A competition for EPSRC Industrial CASE Studentships. EEDA is acting as an agent for the EPSRC Industrial CASE Awards to allocate two studentships in 2009/2010. The studentships provide regional businesses with an opportunity to access the expertise of academics and to work directly with postgraduate students. Deadline 30 June 2009.
  • Grant for Business Investment
    Previously known as Selective Finance for Investment in England (SFIE) BGI provides capital funding for expansion projects.
  • Fund Map
    Grant search facility.
  • J4B
    Grant search facility.
  • Proof of Concept
    An EEDA Grant to investigate an innovative idea by helping to fund market research.
  • Proof of Market
    "Due to replace Proof of Concept, this Grant through EEDA aims to help fund market research for an innovative product."
  • R"D Grants
    Grants to offset technical risks offered by the East of England Development Agency (EEDA).
  • SMART Club East of England
    Club for past winners of R"D or PoC awards.

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Training Related

  • Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB)
    The ECITB is an employer led statutory and charitable body dedicated to helping all engineering construction employees to ensure their skills and competence needs are met.
  • ECITB - Bridging the Skills Gap
    The supply of suitably qualified construction industry personnel in the UK workforce has tipped into shortage - see what is being done to remedy this skills gap.
  • Science Learning Centre East of England
    "Based in Hertfordshire, the Science Learning Centre East of England provides relevant, innovative CPD for all those involved in science education across the Eastern region."
  • Science Learning Centre Resource Bank
    "A searchable resource bank; filter on age, subject etc."
  • Smallpeice Trust
    "The Smallpeice Trust focuses on promoting engineering careers to young people, providing information to parents, teachers and the young. Provides residential courses."
  • STEM Partnerships
    "A series of STEM support centres there to stimulate the interests of young people in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths."
  • TeacherNet
    TeacherNet lists hundreds of sites with free information and resources for education professionals.
  • The Industrial Trust
    The Industrial Trust is the leading national provider of out of school and in-company educational experiences for young people. Open to students and teachers. Contact Sarah Bass at sarah.bass@edfenergy.com.
  • The Industrial Trust - Resources for Teachers
    "A comprehensive list of schemes, career guides, posters, games and CDs that can be used to increase interest in Science and Engineering Careers and to improve career advice available in schools for these sectors."
  • New Tomorrow's Engineers
    "A one-stop-shop for high quality engineering enhancement and enrichment activities, this scheme aims to help deliver the best engineering-related classroom and careers support possible."
  • Training in Engineering Construction Skills
    A new route to skills and qualifications and has been designed to make training more accessible for new starters and for existing skilled and semi skilled craftspersons.

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Universities

  • Aimhigher
    University and higher education web site.
  • Association for University Research and Industry Links
    "AURIL is the professional association representing all practitioners involved in knowledge creation, development and exchange in the UK and Ireland who work to ensure that new ideas, technologies and innovations flow from their institution into the market place."
  • i10
    Provides businesses with access to the expertise and facilities within the universities and higher education institutions in the East of England listed below.
  • Find a Masters
    FindAMasters is a one-stop shop for students looking for a postgraduate Masters course/qualification within the UK. They also feature a wide range of international Masters degree programmes.
  • Find a PhD
    "A searchable database of PhDs available in major universities and institutions in the UK and Ireland. ""Already a market leader in Life and Chemical Sciences and fast becoming a major resource in the physical and materials science sector""."
  • Find a PostDoc
    Europe's only web site dedicated solely to postdoctoral job opportunities.
  • Foundation Degrees
    A vocationally focused qualification delivered in two years and designed to equip learners with skills and knowledge relevant to their employment. Includes in-company project work.
  • Lambert Tool Kit for Collaborative Research
    This website provides a toolkit for universities and companies that wish to undertake collaborative research projects with each other. The toolkit consists of a set of five Model Research Collaboration (one to one) Agreements numbered 1-5 and four Consortium (multi-party) Agreements lettered A-D and documents that should help you to use and understand those agreements.
  • Lord Stafford Awards
    The Lord Stafford Awards exist to recognise and encourage the development of collaborative relationships between Businesses and Universities. Entries by Friday 9th January 2009.
  • UCAS
    Helping students into higher education
  • Universities UK
    Universities UK is the representative body for the executive heads of UK universities.
  • Anglia Ruskin University
    "Significant provision on subjects allied to medicine, education and Architecture, Building and Planning."
  • University of Bedfordshire
    Based in Bedford and Luton.
  • University of Cambridge
    "A world renowned university, celebrating its 800th anniversary in 2009."
  • Cranfield University
    One of the top five research intensive UK universities.
  • University of East Anglia
    "Another research-led university with particular expertise in environmental science research, amongst other things."
  • University of Essex
  • University of Hertfordshire
    A business facing university with strong pedigree in engineering and other subjects.
  • Norwich University College of the Arts
  • The Open University
    The OU offers supported open learning nationally and internationally.
  • The Royal Veterinary College
    "The UK's largest, oldest and only independent veterinary school offering study opportunities in the veterinary and biomedical and animal sciences."
  • University Campus Suffolk
  • Writtle College
    A partner of the University of Essex.

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Useful Tools

  • Adobe PDF conversion to text
    Converts a PDF to text
  • Exhibition search tool
  • New Free Index
    Free Index is a completely free directory which delivers sales leads to businesses by providing in-depth information to consumers.
  • IET Discover
    "IET Discover is a social bookmarking service for engineers. It’s designed to help engineers store and manage their favourite engineering links, and share them with the rest of the engineering community."
  • Intute
    "Intute: Science, Engineering and Technology is a free online service providing access to the best web resources for education and research, evaluated and selected by a network of subject specialists. It covers the physical sciences, engineering, computing, geography, mathematics and environmental science."
  • Intute Virtual Training Suite
    "Free Internet tutorials to help you learn how to get the best from the Web for your education and research. Written and updated by a national team of subject specialists based in universities and colleges across the UK headings comprise Science, Engineering and Technology; Arts and Humanities; Social Sciences; Health and Life Sciences."
  • Need 2 Know
    "Advice on student life, relationships, travel and more."
  • TechXtra
    "Searching for engineering, mathematics and computing resource? TechXtra is a free service to help you find articles, books, the best websites, the latest industry news, job announcements, technical reports, technical data, full text reprints, the latest research, thesis " dissertations, teaching and learning resources and more."
  • TinyURL
    TinyURL is a free service to make posting long URLs easier.
  • Transport Direct
    Britain's free online route planner.
  • UK Small Business Directory
    "The UK Small Business Directory provides a free service to small UK Business enabling them to publicise their online presence, and a free service to the public to help locate local businesses. Search by county or category."
  • Webcrawler
    A search engine of search engines.
  • Wikipedia
    "Wikipedia is a free, open content, community-built encyclopedia with thousands of articles on topics from A to Z. Available in dozens of languages."

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Women

  • BCS Women
    "the BCS Specialist Group that provides networking opportunities for all BCS professional women working in IT around the world. The Group's main objective is to provide support for female IT professionals, as well as mentoring and encouraging girls/women to enter IT as a career."
  • Cambridge Association for Women in Science and Engineering
    "Cambridge AWiSE is a regional network for women in science, engineering and technology (SET) in both industry and academia and for women who wish to return to a SET career after a break."
  • Daphne Jackson Trust
    "Offers a Fellowship Scheme enabling a return to science research employment after a career break. Led by Jenny Woolley, Trust Director."
  • Enterprising Women
    "A project in the East of England to increase the numbers, sustainability and success of women in business."
  • Equalitec
    "Equalitec provides best practice information on women in Information Technology, Electronics and Communications (ITEC)."
  • MentorSET
    "A UK Mentoring scheme for women in Science, Engineering and Technology."
  • PORTIA
    "PORTIA was established in 1997 to encourage greater participation and involvement of women in Science, Engineering and Technology (SET) and to act as an umbrella organisation for women's associations and groups."
  • UK Resource Centre for Women in Science Engineering and Technology
    "The UKRC is funded by DIUS and is the Government’s lead organisation for the provision of advice, services and policy consultation regarding the under-representation of women in science, engineering and technology (SET). "
  • Women into Science and Engineering
    "The WISE Campaign encourages girls and young women, under the age of 19, to value and pursue Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) or Construction related courses and then to select and engage in related careers."
  • Women's Engineering Society
    "Inspiring women as engineers, scientists and leaders."
  • Young Woman Engineer of the Year Award
    "The IET Young Woman Engineer of the Year Award seeks to reward the very best female engineers that the UK has to offer, highlight the achievements of women in engineering and encourage others to enter the profession."

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