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CAREER ACADEMIES
Engineering Academy
What is it?
Love building, solving problems, and seeing how things work? The Engineering Academy is for you. It’s a brilliant way to apply your classroom learning to real-world challenges while developing skills for university, apprenticeships or careers in engineering.
IN THIS ACADEMY you’ll:
- Get hands-on by designing and building your own go-kart.
- Explore the maths, physics and mechanics behind engineering.
- Investigate how different parts interact and work together.
- Gain insights into what it really takes to succeed in the world of engineering.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
- Ideal for students studying STEM subjects.
Visit to Local Engineering Firms within Blackpool Airport Enterprise Zone
Students toured three local engineering companies - George Cox, Multi‑Ply and Lightworks - to explore the breadth of engineering jobs available in the region.
George Cox
Students got a firsthand look at precision manufacturing and the kinds of roles the company offers.
Multi‑Ply
The visit highlighted how teamwork and technical skills are put into practice in modern production settings.
Lightworks
Students discovered how creativity and technical expertise combine in real‑world engineering projects.
PHOTOS OF THE GO-KART BUILD
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