STUDENTS from a Worcester school got a taste of engineering when they took a tour of a factory.
Pupils from the STEM Club (Science, technology, engineering and mathematics) at Tudor Grange Academy enjoyed first-hand the types of careers available in engineering as they took a tour of the Worcester, Bosch Group factory, and participated in a specially created build challenge.
The pupils from years 7 and 8 spent the morning seeing how the company’s award-winning Greenstar gas boilers are made, before breaking into small groups to take on the task of creating a Worcester trophy, using only a combination of plastic, metal, rivets and screws available to them.
Science teacher Victoria Tyler, said: “The pupils from the STEM Club had a fantastic time touring the factory and experiencing the types of skills this sector encompasses for themselves.
“Being able to take part in a challenge of their own was a great deal of fun too. It brought the subject to life for the students and certainly left a positive and lasting impression with all involved.”
Carl Arntzen, CEO at Worcester, Bosch Group, added: “It is always a delight to welcome students to the Worcester factory and will hopefully help inspire the next generation of engineers.
“The visit was enjoyed by all involved and we hope that seeing the variety of options open to them has encouraged the students to continue to explore this area, and consider the opportunities available to them for the future.”
