In South Africa, learners in many schools complete their final year of high school without any exposure to the applications of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) or associated careers. They may have had no role models in STEM, let alone ones from low socioeconomic backgrounds. Worse, these learners routinely lack exposure to hands-on computer
ESMT Berlin and AIMS welcomed 26 students to the second intake of the Industry Immersion Program (IIP) in Cape Town, South Africa today. The six-month program for mathematically trained African graduates prepares students to transition from an academic environment to employment in industry. The 14 women and 12 men participating in the IIP all hold
Members of the U.S. Military Academy promoted Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics to 70 gifted learners in partnership with the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences. Click here to read more
“The future belongs to those who not only believe but are prepared to walk into an unknown future choosing hope over fear.” These inspiring words were delivered by Prof. Thuli Mandonsela, Chair in Social Justice in the Law Faculty: Stellenbosch University and member of the AIMS International Board of Directors, at AIMS South Africa’s 15th Graduation
Why are doctoral students (Dr or PhD) and postdocs interested in conducting research abroad? What information needs do they have when going abroad? The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and “Research in Germany” are conducting a worldwide online survey to answer these questions. Are you currently pursuing or planning a doctorate or postdoc? Then we
We are pleased to announce that the AIMS South Africa Annual Report for 2016-2017 has been released and isavailable to view and download. Please click here.
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