Marguerite O'Sullivan
Director of Learning, Kenvue
Marguerite brought the original vision for Engineering in the World: a resource that would help students see the depth, relevance and opportunity within engineering.
For TY students, teachers & readers
Engineering in the World: a practical STEM learning resource for Transition Year students
Help students explore engineering through real-world problems, active learning, and clear links to future study and careers.
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At a glance
Why this resource stands out
- Created specifically for Transition Year students
- Designed around active learning and real-world case studies
- Supports different learner types and classroom uses
- Links STEM learning with careers, reflection and practical skills
- Backed by respected authors and recognised partner organisations
The book
About Engineering in the World
Engineering in the World is a standalone engineering module for Transition Year students. It is designed to help young people recognise engineering in everyday life, understand how engineering solves real problems, and explore the wide variety of careers the field offers.
Written in an accessible and engaging style, the book supports both classroom learning and independent reflection. It gives students practical ways to connect STEM subjects with the world around them.
For students
What students will gain
The book is designed to build understanding, curiosity and practical skills through activities and examples that make engineering feel relevant.
Explore how engineering affects everyday life
Investigate real-world case studies and challenges
Build problem-solving and reflective thinking skills
Engage with design thinking in an accessible way
Connect engineering ideas to Leaving Cert maths, physics, chemistry and technology
Discover career paths, role models and workplace skills
For readers
Not just for the classroom
Engineering in the World was written for Transition Year, but you don't need a teacher to enjoy it. Its accessible, engaging style and real-life stories make it a good read on its own: for any student curious about engineering, for parents helping a teenager think about careers, or for anyone who wants to see how engineers shape the world around us.
For schools
Why it works for schools and teachers
Engineering in the World is built for the realities of the classroom. It includes content-focused activities that support different interests and abilities, encourages active learning, and gives students opportunities to develop practical, numerical, research, writing, visual and oracy skills. It suits a wide range of learner types and can support discussion, project work, reflective journalling and ePortfolio activity.
Differentiated activities
Content-focused tasks that suit a range of interests and abilities.
Active learning
Discussion, project work and group tasks built into every chapter.
Reflection and ePortfolio
Journalling prompts that map neatly to TY assessment and portfolios.
Skills development
Practical, numerical, research, writing, visual and oracy skills.
The team
Meet the authors
Susan Hayes Culleton
Author and educator
Co-author of the bestselling Positive Economics for Leaving Certificate Economics and Money Matters, Susan brings her experience in education and communication to a book that helps students engage with engineering in a practical, meaningful way.
Partners
Supported by leading organisations
Engineering in the World is proudly supported by organisations with deep experience in industry, infrastructure and innovation.
Johnson & Johnson Ireland
A major employer in Ireland's medtech and pharmaceutical sectors, supporting innovation and STEM capability.
John Sisk & Son
One of Ireland's best-known builders and contractors, with deep experience across major infrastructure and construction projects.
Cork County Council
Supporting regional development, education and community engagement across Cork and beyond.
Bring Engineering in the World to your classroom or your bookshelf
Order copies for your class or one for yourself, or find out more about how the book works first.