STEM Careers

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STEM by the Numbers

6M+

STEM jobs in the UK

£35k

Average STEM starting salary

21%

Faster growth than other sectors

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Game Developer

£28k–£65k

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Environmental Scientist

£25k–£50k

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AI Engineer

£40k–£90k

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Civil Engineer

£27k–£60k

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Biomedical Scientist

£26k–£52k

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Cyber Security Analyst

£30k–£70k

MYTH: "You need a degree to work in STEM"

Many STEM roles offer apprenticeship routes — some of the best-paid tech roles don't require a degree.

MYTH: "STEM is only for people who are good at maths"

STEM values creativity, curiosity, and problem-solving just as much as numeracy.

FACT: "STEM skills are transferable everywhere"

Even if you don't end up in a STEM career, analytical and digital skills are valued across all industries.

Research one STEM career you've never heard of — share it with your class next week!