p>Future Bahraini engineers were recently given the chance to hear from young British engineers as BAE Systems hosted a series of STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) workshops in partnership with Bahrain Polytechnic.

The workshops, supported by the Ministry of Education, the British Council and British Embassy, are designed to help celebrate the 200th anniversary of the close relationship between Bahrain and the UK.

As part of its ongoing education programme in Bahrain, graduate engineers from BAE Systems introduced the concept to 600 students from 20 schools in Bahrain at the polytechnic. STEM is an interdisciplinary educational curriculum focused on building the skills that drive innovation and fuel economic growth for the future – vital subjects for a career in engineering.

British Ambassador Simon Martin said: “It has been inspiring to see the enthusiasm of the young Bahraini engineers, scientists and mathematicians of the future! The workshops have been organised by the leading British company, BAE Systems, supported by the Ministry of Education, the British Council and the British Embassy. Education links between our countries have long been a key element of the close relationship between Britain and Bahrain, and it is entirely fitting that this important event should form part of the celebration of the 200th anniversary of this relationship.”