65% say The Big Bang Fair inspired them to consider a job in science, engineering or tech

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65% say The Big Bang Fair inspired them to consider STEM job 

The Big Bang Fair, the UK’s biggest STEM event for young people, has revealed 80% of young people who took part in an evaluation survey, said they’d like to do more STEM activities, following their visit. 

And 65% of young people (who took part in the survey of more than 2,000) said they are now inspired to consider a future career in science, engineering or technology. 

This is great news, as the engineering and technology sector needs a diverse, skilled workforce to meet the huge demand for jobs. 

Held every year over 3 days at the NEC, The Big Bang Fair brings STEM to life for thousands of young people from across the UK through interactive stands, shows and interaction with STEM employers. 

The findings from a survey of more than 2,400 students at The Big Bang Fair revealed 91% enjoyed the experience and 95% of educators rating the Fair ‘good or excellent.’ 

The survey highlighted: 

  • 75% want to find out more about science, engineering and technology jobs
  • 80% want to do more science, engineering and technology activities 
  • 79% now know more about what engineers do 
  • 65% have been inspired to consider a job in science, engineering or technology 
A young person at The Big Bang Fair holds two metal cylindrical pieces in front of their eyes as they smile.
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