Supporting the people of Scotland to shape their future
10 to 14 November 2025
Scottish Careers Week is dedicated to celebrating industries, career paths and opportunities across Scotland. Run by Skills Development Scotland, it highlights emerging sectors, supporting young people, career changers and the wider community to realise their potential.
EngineeringUK is proud to support the week.
Things to think about:
- Scotland makes up 8% of the UK’s engineering and technology workforce
- jobs in environment, energy and earth sciences are common
- young people aged 16 and over can consider Modern Apprenticeships and Scottish Vocational Qualifications in engineering and technology sectors
- Higher National Certificates and Higher National Diplomas are available in engineering and technology-based subjects
- university degree courses in Scotland offer general engineering courses as well as more specific fields such as computer science, manufacturing and technology
Thinking of taking part?
Activities across the week include:
- sharing career journeys and spotlighting careers resources on social media
- debunking assumptions about the engineering and tech industries and routes in
- career events, open days and skills demonstrations in schools and community settings
Raising aspirations for students in Scotland
If you’re already involved in outreach, or you’re thinking of getting involved with a programme, we’ve got some great resources to support you:
Mapping pathways in Scotland
There are many career pathways for engineering and technology in Scotland. Students can take National 3, 4 and 5 in school or National Progression Awards, National Certificates or Skills for Work. Support students to map out their next steps with our Career route map.
Engineering the future
Engineer your future presentation both showcases the range of careers in engineering and technology available to young people. It builds their knowledge of what engineering is, what engineers do and covers routes into the industry.
From idea to career
With so many different types of engineering careers available to young people, the options can seem endless. Help students’ match their interest with a career and explore 12 engineering sectors in this handy guide.
Choosing a career route
Our 20-page booklet covers all routes into engineering available to young people who are ready to make their career decision. It includes information on apprenticeships, degree apprenticeships and degrees.
Join The Tomorrow’s Engineers Code
If you’re looking to work collaboratively to increase the diversity and number of young people entering engineering and technology careers then The Code is for you.
