What is the Young STEM Leader Programme?
The Young STEM Leader Programme (YSLP) aims to inspire more young people to develop an interest in STEM and pursue the study of STEM subjects and relevant future pathways.
You will have the opportunity to explore: the impact of STEM and it’s ability to solve problems; Scotland’s role in STEM; opportunities, pathways and futures in STEM; challenging stereotypes in STEM; health and safety.
Completing the Young STEM Leader Programme gives you the chance to inspire, lead and mentor your peers through the creation and delivery of STEM activities.
Not only will you have the opportunity to consolidate and extend your knowledge and understanding of STEM but you will be required to plan and deliver a STEM activity, event or interaction. The programme is offered at SCQF Levels 4, 5 and 6.
What skills are developed?
- Leadership
- Communication
- Organisation
- Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
- Employability and career management skills
- Confidence and resilience through a leadership role
- Teamwork and collaboration
What kind of person does it take?
- A young person with a flare for STEM subjects
- Creative young person
- Dynamic and enthusiastic young person
- Reflective young person who is continually learning
- A young person who is willing to take on a new challenge
- A young person who wants to develop skills required to be successful in the 21st century
Horizons – where can this subject take you?
On completion of the Young STEM Leader Programme you will receive a unit award at your chosen level (4, 5 or 6).
This award will support you to pursue any STEM based career/pathway.
Pathways – how can I make progression?
School
STEM subjects are available at National, Higher and Advanced Higher Qualification Levels
College
Many diverse courses on offer at Colleges which build on STEM based subjects/qualifications
Employment
Opportunities in local employers that offer Foundation, Modern and Graduate apprenticeships
University
Many diverse courses on offer at Colleges which build on STEM based subjects/qualifications
Related subjects Young STEM Leader Programme works well with:
Science, Technologies, Engineering and Mathematics
