1. The Big Bang Near Me 2015-16 Midlands Regional Events

2. Learn by Design In house provision and expertise
Extensive knowledge of STEM and business landscape
Deliver a range of STEM based programmes for high profile clients
19 years experience working with business and young people

3. The Big Bang
Aims
UK-wide programme led by EngineeringUK with 200+ partners to bring science and engineering to life for young people.
Celebrates and raises the profile of young people’s achievements in science and engineering.
Encourages more young people to take part in science, technology, engineering and maths initiatives.
The Big Bang Near Me A programme of events which take place across the UK to enable young people to discover close-to-home the exciting and rewarding science and engineering careers that their science and maths subjects can lead to.

4. East Midlands Big Bang 2015 Key statistics Over 1500 attendees
As part of the Derby City Council support, Derby based companies in the STEM sector showcased their business and partnered with local schools and young people.
Key statistics
Over 1500 attendees
55 schools
Schools from eight Midland counties plus two from Greater Manchester
50-50 gender split
Young people almost 90% of total

5. Interactive exhibitions and workshops STEM shows and prize giving
Student projects
Interactive exhibitions and workshops
STEM shows and prize giving

6. Key supporters: Midlands
STEM industries featured:
Bioscience
Robotics
Rail
Space
Maths
Manufacturing
Seismology and earth sciences
Health sciences
Automotive engineering
Advanced Televisual technology
Medical Physics
Water treatment
Fuel cell technology
Sport technology
Exhibitors include
Institute of Civil Engineers
Institute of Physics
RAF
Rolls Royce
Festo
TATA Motors
Various local university departments

7. Big Bang @ School Events 2015
As part of the Big Bang Near Me programme, a range of local Big Bang events took place in schools and institutions across the Midlands to encourage more local and industry specific engagement at a grass roots level.
Key statistics
13 Big events across the Midlands
At least 50% inaugural STEM events
Around attendees
Various STEM celebrations including: Competitions, mini-exhibitions, careers fairs, open days.

8. Contacts
By Design Group are delivering Big Bang Regional fairs and supporting Big School events in the East Midlands & West Midlands. For further information contact: James Silcox or Sheridan Chilvers
Learn By Design bring education to life by providing curriculum and extra-curricular support workshops and events to young people both directly and on behalf of business. Using a range of innovative and creative methods we engage and motivate learners both at school and beyond.