An engineering student from the School of Engineering and Informatics has been recognised for their hard work by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). James Akehurst, who recently graduated from an MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Robotics (with an industrial placement year) degree, was awarded the prize in early August.  

The IET Prize is awarded annually to outstanding students who are completing a course of study which has been accredited by the IET. Prize 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 their win, James Akehurst will receive a certificate and two years free student membership of the IET. James is pictured here with Head of Engineering Romeo Glovnea at a graduation award ceremony held in July, where they received several other prizes.  

Sir Julian Young, 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.  

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

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