Students may start at university with an enthusiasm for computers. There is more than one way to learn more about how computers work and many degrees other than a BSc in Computer Science or Computer Engineering can make your ready for work in an area where computers predominate. Today any science, e...
Read more ›Every object on Earth is made up of matter. There are two basic properties of matter: physical and chemical. You're likely to learn about these properties in two subjects most senior school and some college students take: physics and chemistry. It's helpful to have a basic handle on the properties o...
Read more ›Summer holidays are great! A time where children don't have to think about school and homework and a time for lots of fun and relaxation. But long periods away from school can often lead to what researchers call "Brain Drain"; where children lose valuable knowledge and skills.
Keeping your ch...
Read more ›Exploring science with children is a fantastic way to encourage a love of learning about science and how science is incorporated into our everyday lives. Introduce your children to some fun home-science experiments and turn learning about science into a fun and interactive experience.
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Read more ›This week was National Apprenticeship week. One of the options open to students after the age of 16 is to train through an Apprenticeship scheme. In short, Apprenticeships are available across a range of sectors and at levels to suit all abilities.
They aim to improve your skills, measure your capa...
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