Undergraduate student Angus Findlay recognised for outstanding engineering talent!

Electronics and Computer Engineering undergraduate student Angus Findlay has been recognised for his hard work by the Institution of Engineering and Technology.

The IET Prize is awarded annually to outstanding students who are completing a course of study which has been accredited by The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). Prize winners are nominated by their university based on having shown distinction in their course leading to the award of a first degree.

Angus said, “I’m really excited to have won the IET Prize, especially with so many great students in the department this year. I also want to extend my congratulations to all the other winners from across the world.”

I’m really excited to have won the IET Prize, especially with so many great students in the department this year. I also want to extend my congratulations to all the other winners from across the world.

Dr Craig Evans, Director of Student Education, School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering said, “Angus is a well-deserving recipient of the IET prize. All our graduating students deserve immense credit for their achievements during a very challenging year, but Angus’ outstanding achievements stood out across all our finalists. Well done Angus!”

As part of his win, Angus will receive a certificate and two years free student membership of the IET. 

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.

“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.”

All our graduating students deserve immense credit for their achievements during a very challenging year, but Angus’ outstanding achievements stood out across all our finalists.

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.