Student recognised for outstanding engineering talent

An engineering student from Furness College has been recognised for their talent and hard work by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).

Ben Edmondson is studying a degree in mechanical engineering with Lancaster University at Furness College’s Channelside campus in Barrow.

He received his award from Head of Faculty for Technical and Build Engineering and Business Services Zoe Guest at the graduation ceremony this month.

The IET Prize is awarded annually to outstanding students who are completing a course of study which has been accredited by the IET.

Ben, who combines working at Spirit Energy in Barrow with his studies, said he felt really honoured to be nominated.

“There are some really smart people on my course so to be selected shows I am doing something right,” he said. “I’ve applied for my membership and am looking forward to seeing what that brings.”

Prize winners are nominated by their university based on having shown distinction in their course leading to the award of a first degree and they also win two years free student membership of the IET.

Professor Bob Cryan CBE, IET President said: “Our IET Prizes are a terrific means for talented engineering students to be recognised for their outstanding ability in the early stages of their engineering journey.

“IET Membership provides early-career professionals with the valuable opportunity to connect with a global community, grow their networks and develop their technical knowledge.

“At the IET, we are passionate about promoting engineering excellence and our awards and prizes showcase some of the finest engineering talent. All the winners should be very proud of their achievements, and I wish them all the best for a long, fulfilling and successful engineering career.”

To find out more information about the range of prizes and awards available to young and aspiring engineers through the IET, please visit: www.theiet.org/awards

For information about studying engineering degrees in Barrow with Furness College visit www.furness.ac.uk.