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Recognition for engineering student

18 August 2021

 

An engineering student from Teesside University has been recognised for his hard work by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).

Prize winner Ben Sharman
Prize winner Ben Sharman

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

Prize winner Ben Sharman recently completed the BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering course at the University’s School of Computing, Engineering & Digital Technologies and is now looking for a graduate position. Winners are nominated by their university based on having shown distinction in their course leading to the award of a first degree.

As part of his win Ben Sharman will receive a certificate and two years’ free student membership of the IET.

Ben, 22, from Peterlee, said: “I’m extremely pleased and honoured to have won this award.

“I’d like to thank the members of staff at Teesside University for all of their support during my time there and also the IET for recognising the hard work I put in at Teesside. This award will stand me in good stead for whatever I choose to do in the future.”

Professor Danielle George MBE, President of the IET, said: “Our IET Prizes are a fantastic way 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 opportunity to connect with a global community, grow their networks and develop their technical knowledge.

All of the winners should be incredibly proud of their achievements. I wish them all the best for a very fulfilling and successful career – they are all difference makers of the future.

Professor Danielle George MBE, President of the IET

“The IET is passionate about promoting engineering excellence and our awards and prizes showcase some of the very best engineering talent. All of the winners should be incredibly proud of their achievements. I wish them all the best for a very fulfilling and successful career – they are all difference makers of the future.”

Neville Winter, Senior Lecturer in Electrical Engineering in the University’s School of Computing, Engineering & Digital Technologies, said: “This award represents a fantastic achievement for Ben and is a fitting reward for his hard work and academic excellence.

“His tutors are all very proud and this national award from the Institution of Engineering and Technology is held in high esteem from prospective employers.”


 
 
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