Duke’s Students Kickstart Their Engineering Journey at Northumberland College

Our 14–16 Engineering Skills Academy students have officially begun their exciting journey — swapping the classroom for the workshop as they pull on their PPE and get hands-on with real engineering projects!

As part of this flagship pathway, students spend three days a week at Duke’s studying English, maths, and science, and two days at Northumberland College, working towards a Level 2 Engineering qualification.

Alongside their studies, they’ll be taking part in a range of industry-focused experiences, including:

• Work experience and industry placements

• Expert-led masterclasses

• Visits and experience days

• Employer-based project learning

The Engineering Skills Academy is designed to give students a strong academic foundation and valuable practical experience — preparing them for future success in further education, apprenticeships, and the engineering industry.

We’re incredibly proud of how well our students have started and can’t wait to see what they achieve next!

( Pictured: Duke’s Engineering Academy students at Northumberland College in their PPE, ready to take on their first practical sessions.)