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Why do students choose to study on engineering foundation year programmes within the UK?

Natalie Wint

European Journal of Engineering Education, Volume: 48, Issue: 1, Pages: 157 - 179

Swansea University Author: Natalie Wint

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In recent years there have been calls to increase both the number and diversity of engineering graduates within the UK. In addition to this, technological advancement and the need to solve complex socio-economic problems, have contributed toward a shift in the skills and abilities that practicing en...

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ISSN: 0304-3797 1469-5898
Published: Informa UK Limited 2023
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