Sparking STEM Futures is a programme of activities which support young people to learn about Electronics and semiconductors, and careers in the thriving sector in Wales.

The programme is open to schools and pupils in Swansea and its immediate surrounding areas.

The aim of the programme is to improve attainment in STEM subjects; to encourage more young people in Wales to consider an undergraduate degree in Electronics and semiconductors; demonstrate the fantastic career opportunities the Electronics industry can offer; raise awareness of the importance of semiconductors and how they will underpin future technologies.

To find out more please contact [email protected]

This activity was made possible with CSconnected using funding from SIPF.

If you’re a teacher or education professional in a school, Sparking STEM Futures includes:

Access to our teaching resources and support:

  • Music Mixer Circuit Board for A level Physics
  • Logic & Arithmetic Kit for A level Computer Science
  • Arduino (microcontroller) kit for GCSE physics, computer science or design technology

Wrap around support for teachers of GCSE Design and Technology:

If you’re a teacher of GCSE Design and Technology, we’re keen to hear from you about how we can support your teaching and the students undertaking Engineering Design pathway at GCSE. We encourage you to get in touch at [email protected].

Events for you and your pupils:

  • Girls into Electronics, Swansea University, 26 June – sign up here
  • What are Semiconductors? Date tbc, get in touch to register your interest
  • Careers Forum, Autumn 2025, get in touch to register your interest

If you’re a pupil, Sparking STEM Futures will give you the opportunity to:

Attend forthcoming Electronics, semiconductor and careers events:

  • Girls into Electronics, Swansea University, 26 June – sign up here
  • What are Semiconductors? Date tbc, get in touch to register your interest
  • Careers Forum, Autumn 2025, get in touch to register your interest

Connect us with your school:

We can send your School hands-on and interactive activities that support the teaching of core Electronics concepts for GCSE and A-level. Ask your teacher to reach out to us at [email protected] to register for these resources.

UKESF activities in Wales

This project builds on the UKESF’s previous work in Wales, in particular the “Spark their Imagination” programme.

Spark their Imagination provided resources to 45 schools, reached 294 pupils through events, and recognised 24 young people with the Sparc Award, providing support to pursue Electronics or a related degree at university.