Students from A Level Maths, Physics, Engineering, and Economics courses at City of Portsmouth College were tasked with complex projects set by NATS and the ONS. They had a two-week timeframe to conduct detailed research, analyse data, and develop evidence-based solutions before presenting their findings to representatives from both organisations.
The projects covered a range of significant topics, including proposals for a third runway at Heathrow Airport and an analysis of patterns in internal migration within the UK. The students' presentations were noted for their impressive professionalism, subject knowledge, and creativity, earning excellent feedback from the participating organisations.
Throughout this initiative, students gained valuable transferable skills such as research, teamwork, problem-solving, and communication. The experience also provided them with a deeper understanding of how their academic learning can be applied in practical, real-world contexts.
