Waters, a global leader in scientific instruments, opened its doors to our students, providing them with the opportunity to explore how its cutting-edge equipment is used in the pharmaceutical and food industries, as well as in testing for banned substances in sport.
A highlight of the day was a fascinating session on mass spectrometry, where students learned how scientists detect different compounds in substances – a crucial process in everything from medicine development to food safety.
The visit also included hands-on workshops, allowing students to put their skills to the test in a range of STEM challenges. They explored coding, developing key digital skills essential for the modern workplace, and even took part in a creative engineering challenge, building bridges out of pasta!
Miss Quigley, Lead Practitioner for Science, said: “This was an amazing opportunity for our students to see how science is applied in the real world. They were really engaged throughout the day, and the experience has given them a real insight into the careers available in STEM fields. Huge thanks to Waters for hosting us!”