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November 18, 2019

18 Nov 2019

COYO and Virgin Hyperloop One forge partnership for learning

The past year has been extraordinary at Class Of Your Own. We’ve been working closely with Bentley Systems, Topcon Positioning Systems and Virgin Hyperloop One to develop a new curriculum focused on ‘Future Infrastructure”.

The first exciting project challenged teams from four DEC schools to design a Hyperloop Station in their own towns, and then in a show-stopping finale, adapt their projects for a site in Singapore.

Students presented to top-class judges, including Virgin Hyperloop One’s Harj Dhaliwal, Managing Director, Middle East and India. The team chosen to represent the UK’s young engineering talent were then flown to Singapore to present at Bentley’s ‘Year In Infrastructure’ and meet real life engineers working on amazing projects around the world.

But the relationship with Virgin Hyperloop did not stop there. Last week, COYO CEO Alison Watson met again with Harj and his team to formally agree a partnership to support more young people coming into the sector through the further development of the programme to aid learning and research.

The FUTURE HYPERLOOP accredited programme will be available for schools everywhere from September 2020, just in time for the World’s greatest show on Earth… Expo 2020.

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October 22, 2019

22 Oct 2019

Class of Your Own Announces School Curriculum Partnership with Bentley Systems

Here at COYO, preparing young people for working life has always been of the utmost importance. By the time they’re 16 years old, DEC students have a breadth of knowledge required by aspiring young professionals and also have developed a range of skills, behaviours and competencies that prepares them for a digital industry.

They naturally focus on people and the planet, designing for a world where everyone matters and are well aware of the positive impact a great building design can have on a local community.

Combine this positive impact with the major benefits that infrastructure can bring to communities in different towns, cities and indeed countries, and you can transform the lives of hundreds of thousands of people.

After ten years repositioning the Built Environment as a top career destination for young people, we’re very proud to announce ‘DEC For The World’s Infrastructure’ with Bentley Systems – a new, dynamic curriculum for young people that allows them to design their own sustainable solutions for the global challenges of the future.

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April 12, 2019

12 Apr 2019

Bentley Systems Announces Drummond Community High School Team as Winners in First Future Infrastructure Challenge: DEC Hyperloop

Bentley Systems, the leading global provider of comprehensive software solutions for advancing the design, construction, and operations of infrastructure, announced Drummond Community High School of Edinburgh, Scotland as the winning team of the first ever Future Infrastructure Challenge: DEC Hyperloop, which took place April 7 through 9.

Hosted by Bentley Institute and Class of Your Own, the challenge included sixth form students, ages 16 to 18, from four schools in the UK whose assignment was to conceptualize a design of a hyperloop transport system and stations for Singapore.

Read all about it here

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February 6, 2019

06 Feb 2019

COYO partners with University of Edinburgh and Balfour Beatty to support Castlebrae DEC students

Following recent reports into the value of DEC from Heriot Watt and Salford Universities, it’s great to see other leading universities joining the charge to inspire and support the next generation of Built Environment professionals.

Huge thanks to the wonderful staff and graduates of the University of Edinburgh, who have joined forces with Castlebrae High School to support teachers and students as they start their own (ad)venture(!) through the DEC learning programme.

Read all about it here:

https://www.ed.ac.uk/news/2019/scheme-inspires-future-buildings-experts

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September 5, 2018

05 Sep 2018

New report is evidence DEC benefits industry and academia in supporting development of genuine pipeline of AEC talent in secondary schools

Alison Watson MBE, CEO of Class of Your Own

“On behalf of Class Of Your Own, I’m very pleased to see the launch of the NSC/CITB funded Heriot Watt University ‘Mutual Benefit’ report which outlines the first year of an ongoing academic research project currently being undertaken with DEC teachers and learners at Drummond Community High School in Edinburgh.

The report presents clear evidence of the benefits of the Design Engineer Construct! Learning Programme to industry and academia in supporting the development of a genuine pipeline of AEC talent in secondary schools.

Professor Fiona Grant , Director of Learning & Teaching at HWU’s School of Energy Geoscience Infrastructure & Society said:

“Heriot Watt University fully supports the DEC initiative and are delighted to participate. Our staff and students involved have been blown away by the responses from pupils.

Working with the young talented pupils at Drummond High School has been inspirational for all involved. Developing their knowledge of the various roles undertaken in the built environment is helping the sector to attract new talent.

The job opportunities at all levels, the use of new technologies and the impact this can have on human life, environment and sustainability has enthused pupils to consider undertaking a rewarding career.

This report clearly demonstrates collaborative working between Heriot Watt University, Drummond High School and Laing O’Rouke is making a big impact, creating an exciting future for pupils. Congratulations to all involved.”

Please join us in celebrating this report by sharing with your networks – Heriot Watt University will issue a press release on 6th September via leading industry and education media channels, and across social media.

Read & share report >

May we take this opportunity once again to thank you for your continued support – this report represents a huge leap for the Construction industry as top choice for technical and professional STEM careers, right where it belongs!

Alison Watson MBE
Chief Executive, ‘Class of Your Own’ Ltd

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June 25, 2018

25 Jun 2018

CSIC appoints three women leaders to its refreshed board

Seven new board members join the ranks of the Innovation Centre, championing change, diversity and inclusiveness.

In recognition of the need to address board diversity head-on and reflecting the growing appetite for innovation across the industry, Construction Scotland Innovation Centre (CSIC) has appointed three women among seven new additions to its governance board.

Alison Watson MBE, Founder and CEO of Class of Your Own Ltd, Jeanette MacIntyre, Managing Director of Indeglas Ltd and Sara Thiam, Regional Director of the Institution of Civil Engineers, Scotland have been appointed as board members. They join renowned industry expert Mark Farmer, founder of Cast Consultancy and author of ‘Modernise or Die’ – the UK Government Review of the Construction Labour Model in 2016, Dave Philp, Global BIM Consultancy Director at AECOM, Steve Petrie, Business Improvement Lead for Balfour Beatty and Douglas Morrison, STEM and Innovation Lead at City of Glasgow College, bringing the number serving on the board up to 16.

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March 19, 2018

19 Mar 2018

Geospatial trailblazer

It’s no surprise that our CEO Alison is over the moon to tell the world about the new Geospatial apprenticeship pathways just announced. COYO has worked closely with our lovely friends at Topcon Positioning, The Survey Association and Chartered Institute Of Civil Engineering Surveyors to support the introduction of surveying in our schools.

We’ve already got some great students lined up for a life less ordinary!

#loveSurveying

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May 31, 2017

31 May 2017

Recruiting now: DEC Industry Support

“I wish I’d had this when I was at school!”

That’s something we hear often from our friends in industry, and now we’re looking for a dynamic evangelist who understands the importance of inspiring the next generation of professionals (and their teachers!) to discover the digital construction industry.

After winning a significant contract to deliver the DEC Learning Programme in Shropshire and Herefordshire schools, this position would suit a self motivated, enthusiastic and personable individual who is looking for a career change that offers genuine job satisfaction.

Full details here: Current Vacancies

Closing date 15th June 2017.

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March 13, 2017

13 Mar 2017

Topcon helps COYO to inspire the next generation of land surveyors

by GeoConnexion

In the latest stage of a five year commitment to Design Engineer Construct!® (DEC), Topcon GB & Ireland is helping to launch a new land surveying programme for schools in the UK to educate students and spark their interest in land surveying careers.

Topcon’s support includes the donation of ten comprehensive surveying kits containing the most cutting-edge surveying hardware and software. The team will also be working closely with both DEC and the schools to make sure students and teachers are getting the most out of the equipment.

As a key partner of the programme, Topcon is working closely with DEC to launch the new land surveying teaching programme and provide essential equipment to assist the learning.

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February 8, 2017

08 Feb 2017

DEC students present on Samsung stand at BETT show and make new industry connections

Year 13 DEC students from Future Tech Studio presented on the Samsung stand at this year’s BETT Show. The invitation came in recognition of the group’s high ability and enthusiasm for learning about design, engineering and construction.

Samsung were looking for cohorts of students and teachers who could demonstrate how they utilise the latest technology in their lessons; an activity which is intrinsic to the DEC learning programme.

The students demonstrated the flexibility of Samsung touchscreens showing off their Revit skills and the use of multimedia content throughout the design process. Professional, polite and enthusiastic, they had very positive feedback from visitors to the stand and industry experts.

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