There’s been a lot of talk of STEM recently, but what exactly is it? Simply put, STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths, and they all play a vital role in the way we work and our quality of life. Think of the invention of vaccines, TVs, cars, even skyscrapers – all these were incredible STEM breakthroughs.
It’s not just science and tech industries that use STEM skills though – fashion designers, PR execs and even pastry chefs also rely on them to do their jobs effectively. We call this set of skills the STEM 7:
Creative thinking
Data-driven decisions
Collaboration
Communication
Flexibility
Intellectual curiosity
Problem solving
Keighley College has courses to suit all levels and ages. Our courses and qualifications include:
Healthcare science
Clinical healthcare support (NHS)
Engineering
Health and social care
Laboratory science
Apprenticeships vacancies are subject to availability.
Digital and IT
Games production
Engineering and computer-aided design
Fabrication and welding engineering
Manufacturing engineering
Motor vehicle engineering
Fabrication and welding
Digital and IT
GCSE maths
Health and social care
2D computer-aided design
3D computer-aided design
Advanced manufacturing engineering
Games design and development
Counselling
Cyber security
Health science
Health and social care
Social work
Website coding and development
Functional maths skills
GCSE maths
MIG, TIG, MMA
Introduction to Digital Skills for Work and Life
Introduction to Digital Skills for Employment and Life
Some courses may only be free for unemployed adults.
“I wouldn’t be enjoying my apprenticeship programme if it wasn’t for the support Keighley College gives me. The courses that they have available give learners vital work-based skills, especially in CNC machining and engineering theory.”
– Alex Johnson, Engineering apprentice
No matter what level you study at, completing a STEM course allows you to progress on to jobs across a wide range of sectors:
