Bringing creativity and purpose into the D&T classroom – Engineering careers resources

Published 13th November 2025

Engineering is where imagination meets application, a subject rooted in curiosity, problem-solving, and innovation. For design and technology teachers, it perfectly complements what already happens in every D&T classroom.

From sketching ideas to testing prototypes, students are engaging in the same creative processes that engineers use to solve real-world challenges. By helping them make that connection, teachers can show how their skills could lead to careers designing sustainable solutions, developing medical technology, or even exploring space.

A range of free, classroom-ready resources makes it easy to highlight what engineering has to offer, here are just a few:

• Royal Academy of Engineering – This is Engineering
  A brilliant campaign designed to inspire the next generation. Its short, engaging videos are ideal for lessons or assemblies, showing how engineers are shaping the world in exciting and unexpected ways.
• NEON – www.neonfutures.org.uk
  NEON is a central hub for live events, STEM challenges, and free teaching materials. Whether teachers are looking for visiting speakers, virtual workshops, or downloadable activities, NEON offers a quick and easy starting point.

Engineering is already part of what happens in every D&T lesson, it’s about creativity, curiosity, and making a difference. By shining a light on engineering, teachers can help students see the real-world impact of the skills they’re developing every day.

To explore more opportunities, resources, and ideas to inspire your students, download the PDF article below or get your copy of Designing 131 here.