Students get career boost with digital learning day

West Lothian students joined nearly 1000 other pupils for a day of digital learning in cutting edge technologies.

Bathgate Academy students took part in the TCS Digital Explorers – Experience Work event which provides students exposure to digital technologies, STEM careers and job interview training.

The event was an immersive mix of interactive workshops, masterclasses, keynotes, and panel discussions on topics such as coding, crypto-currency, and the Internet of Things (IoT).

Gopalan Rajagopalan, head of TCS Scotland, said:“The UK is facing a digital skills gap and the education sector, government, and private sector need to work together to equip students with these skills and encourage them to pursue STEM career.

“Scotland has a long tradition of innovation and creative thinking. The technology sector is an important part of Scotland’s economic future and TCS is committed to bridging the skills gap and showing the next generation that jobs in the tech sector are rewarding and intellectually stimulating.”

Yogesh Chauhan, director corporate sustainability, TCS UK, said:“I am thrilled at the passion, insights, and community spirit that the TCS Digital Explorers events have encouraged.

“We are highlighting possible careers in technology, helping young people imagine their place in the industry, and identify potential paths to getting there. We’re very grateful to our IT industry partners for generously volunteering their time and to EDT for helping organise the event.”