Further reading

Further reading about sector trends in STEM

A good place to get general information about your sector is your professional body. Another source of information about careers for graduates, including sector trends and career pathways is the Prospects website [Tip: hold Ctrl and click a link to open it in a new tab. (Hide tip)] .

MakeUK is an employer’s federation which publishes various reports on trends in manufacturing industries.

To learn more about the development of the robotics industry visit Robotics Business Review.

Further reading about local and regional trends

The Scottish government provides information about growth sectors in Scotland.

NIDirect provides the same service for Northern Ireland.

The larger Chambers of Commerce are a further source of information about local skills requirements. Look for news and reports on their websites, as well as contact details for local employers.

The Federation of Small Businesses is another doorway into local enterprise.