Blog Series
Want to build a new skill without changing jobs? Learning at Work Week (18th – 22nd May) is here, and this year’s theme is ‘many ways of learning’. At the Government Science and Engineering (GSE) Profession, we’re celebrating the variety of routes available …
The Royal Society Pairing Scheme gives policymakers and research scientists an opportunity to experience each other’s worlds, building bridges between parliamentarians, civil servants and some of the best research scientists in the UK. Tuesday 17th March marked a standout moment in …
Sue Richards – Crisis Management Lead and Chartered Engineer and Member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (CEng MIET) For National Apprenticeship Week 2026, Sue Richards, Crisis Management Lead for Ofgem, started her career as an apprentice and strongly supports alternative pathways into engineering and the …
Nick Jones - Engineering People Coach, Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) Ministry of Defence For National Apprenticeship Week 2026, Nick Jones, [Engineering People Coach, Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) Ministry of Defence] outlines how an apprenticeship can open doors you never imagined- shaping not just a career, …
Esther Faith Rowland, Assistant Engineer – NPL For National Apprenticeship Week 2026, Esther Faith Rowland, Assistant Engineer, shares her journey as an engineering apprentice at the National Physical Laboratory, reflecting on her personal growth throughout the apprenticeship. Early inspiration and choosing the path When I began my GCSEs, I …
Dr Beverley MacKenzie As part of National Apprenticeship Week 2026, Dr Beverley MacKenzie, a lifelong advocate of apprenticeships, reflects on their unique value in combining academic study with real-world experience. Why apprenticeships matter From my experience, apprenticeships at all levels …
Andrew Burgon – Measurement Scientist Apprentice, NPL Andrew shares his journey and growing passion for metrology and quantum technologies through his apprenticeship at the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) during National Apprenticeship Week 2026. Discovering a new passion I didn't necessarily have a deep passion …
Sciencewise is the UK’s internationally respected programme for public dialogue with science and technology, ensuring public opinions and concerns are factored into policy-making. Sciencewise Programme Director Katie Weeks explains more about their work. From climate change to artificial intelligence, genome editing to data research, science and …
Over the last week, we’ve heard from members and institutions on the benefits of Professional Recognition and how it can benefit you. Today, we’re exploring the key steps you need to take to kick-start the process, as well as outlining what support the GSE Profession provides to members looking to obtain recognition. 1. Understand …
On Day 4 of Professional Recognition Week, we’re focusing on the recognition journey of one of our Science and Engineering Fast Streamers (SEFS). David Franklin, a SEFS alumni based at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, reflects on his experience applying for Professional Recognition following the SEFS scheme. What motivated you to pursue professional accreditation during your time on (or shortly after) the …
