Science,Maths and Engineering - University Options for Women Katherine Paynter MEng Aerospace Engineering

A-Levels and my University Options My time at University Applying for jobs (and the job market) My career choices Overview

A-Levels and my University Options Maths Physics Art Subjects split between science based and Art subjects Product design? Architecture? Graphics? Engineering? Art school?

Engineering? Secure job market Couldn’t be done as a hobby A ‘SMART’ subject Both practical and theoretical Felt ‘right’ A-Levels and my University Options

Which type of engineering? Aerospace Mechanical Civil, ACSE, Electrical…. “Aerospace engineering, particularly the astronautics branch, is often referred to colloquially as “rocket science” ” (wikipedia, 2013) A-Levels and my University Options

Aerospace Engineering –If it’s on an aircraft, you study it! Propulsion Control systems Electronics Fluid Dynamics Materials… My time at University

Studying Aerospace Engineering doesn’t just qualify you for engineering –Automotive industry –Defence sector –Energy sector –And many more… Applying for jobs (and the job market) Engineers are in demand –Giving you choice and control –Companies are willing to invest in you - graduate schemes

About to start on the BAE Systems sigma scheme 3 + years of 6-18 month placements over the entire business - including an international placement A personalised development plan Support in gaining professional qualifications My career choices

Who are BAE systems and what do they do? One of the worlds largest defense contractors Projects and services around the world Core of the business in defense Military Air and Information Maritime Combat Vehicles Land and Armaments Electronic Systems Intelligence and Security Support Solutions

Photos: BAE Systems

So what will I be doing? Working on the Astute class and Successor nuclear submarines in Barrow-in-Furness Solving unique engineering problems relating to these projects Providing the Royal Navy with the equipment required for the UK’s nuclear deterrent How to Build a Nuclear Submarine