STEM Racing Learn
The brand-new digital learning channel from STEM Racing, Maaden, and Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team, equips you with the knowledge, skills, and drive to shine in STEM.
Developed in partnership with Aston Martin Aramco Formula 1™ Team and Maaden, STEM Racing Learn brings together decades of experience from some of the top minds in STEM, motorsport and mining – and we can’t wait for you to hear what they have to say.
From Bob Wilt, CEO of Maaden, and Debbie Wall, ESG Director at Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team, through to dozens of motorsport, technology and engineering professionals, alongside STEM Racing alumni and teachers, this platform is packed with knowledge for you to explore.
About STEM Racing
The classroom competition for boundary-breakers, change-makers and future industry-shakers, STEM Racing challenges young people to design, build and race miniature Formula 1® cars while developing the STEM skills shaping tomorrow’s world – from CAD and CFD to CNC machining.
Since launching in 2000, the programme has grown into a global movement that creates opportunities and makes dreams possible. From scholarships at world-leading universities and work placements with leading organisations to free access to industry-standard software, STEM Racing is helping level the playing field for students everywhere.
Through STEM Racing Learn, we’ve brought this knowledge and opportunity together in one accessible platform. Hear from alumni now working in Formula 1®, alongside aerospace engineers, technology specialists and project managers from leading companies. Their expertise and experience will inspire the next generation of STEM innovators – you.
About Maaden
Minerals and metals are the foundation of modern life - and they will power many of the technologies shaping our future. The smartphone in your hand, the car you travel in, renewable energy and the data centers driving the future of AI all depend on them.
Those minerals and metals come from the ground, making mining one of the world’s most essential industries.
Meeting that growing demand requires mining to move faster, smarter and with greater precision than ever before. Engineers, geologists and data scientists are using artificial intelligence, robotics, automation and advanced sensing to accelerate discovery, improve efficiency and unlock resources in ways that were once impossible.
As the Middle East's largest multi-commodity mining and metals powerhouse, Maaden is investing in the technology, innovation and talent to meet this demand – and deliver the resources that will power tomorrow.
About Aston Martin Aramco Formula 1™ Team
With one of the world’s most recognisable emblems above its garage and a team of over a thousand passionate people behind it, Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team combines a rich racing heritage with a fresh perspective. Founded in 1913 by Lionel Martin and Robert Bamford, Aston Martin has a storied legacy in motorsport, from its success at Aston Hill Climb to victory at Le Mans in 1959 and its return to Formula One in 2021.
Today, the team sits at the intersection of engineering, technology and innovation. Cutting-edge aerodynamics, carbon fibre design, AI-powered data analysis, simulation and advanced manufacturing all come together to solve complex problems and push performance to new limits.
Hear from the people behind the iconic green car, from Aerodynamicists and Particle Image Velocimetry Engineers to the wider team of specialists who bring race-day performance to life. Discover how STEM principles are transformed into real-world solutions, delivering incremental gains at speeds of more than 200mph.
“I have been a strong supporter of STEM Racing for many years, and anything that makes the content more accessible to young people is a good thing in my view. STEM Racing Learn enables you to learn at your own pace, exploring the subjects that interest you most and discovering how creativity, engineering, and innovation can come together to solve real-world challenges like the ones we face every day in Formula 1®.”
Adrian Newey, Team Principal & Managing Technical Partner, Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team
Module 1: What is sTEM Racing?
Getting started
In this module, you’ll be introduced to STEM Racing and explore how science, technology, engineering, and maths come together to solve real-world challenges. Meet the people behind the programme, discover the range of careers that power a Formula 1® team, a global mining company, and see how teamwork, creativity and innovation drive success on and off the track.
You’ll Discover
How STEM Racing develops real-world engineering and employability skills
How STEM is used across a range of industries to solve complex challenges
How successful teams rely on a diverse range of roles, from engineers and designers to project managers, strategists, and marketers
Why collaboration, communication, and problem-solving are as important as technical knowledge
Module 2: Career Pathways
Where STEM can take you
From Formula 1® circuits to world-leading mining operations, STEM careers are as diverse as they are exciting. In this module, you’ll meet professionals from Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team and Maaden, explore the roles that keep global industries moving, and discover how the skills you develop today can open doors to countless career opportunities tomorrow.
You’ll Discover
The wide range of careers available across STEM industries - from engineering and geology to software and sustainability.
How Maaden and Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team rely on STEM professionals to deliver world-class performance.
Why transferrable skills such as communication and critical thinking are essential.
How to start building your own pathway into the exciting world of STEM.
Module 3: Engineering Design Process
What it takes to innovate
Every great innovation starts with a problem to solve. Discover how professional engineers and STEM Racing students alike transform ideas into real-world solutions using the Engineering Design Process. From identifying challenges to refining designs, you’ll see how creativity drives innovation.
You’ll Discover
How engineers use the Engineering Design Process to solve real-world challenges.
Why designing, testing, evaluating and refining ideas is essential.
How the same engineering principles apply in very different environments.
Why collaboration and continuous improvement are at the heart of every successful project.
Module 4: Computer-Aided Design
Concept to car
Explore how global organisations and F1® teams use Computer-Aided Design (CAD) to create high-performance components and develop products capable of withstanding real-world pressures. Then follow a sequence of in-depth learning tutorials to build your own CAD expertise and create a STEM Racing car.
You’ll Discover
How engineers use CAD to create, refine, and optimise designs before they are built.
Why precision modelling helps improve performance, safety, and manufacturability.
How digital tools such as CAD, simulation, and digital twins enable engineers to test ideas faster and make better decisions.
How the same CAD skills are used across a wide range of industries.
cOMING SOON
Modules 5-10 will be released in 2027/28, so your learning journey doesn’t stop here! We’ll keep you updated each time new content is launched, so you can ensure you stay up to date with all we have to share, as soon as it’s available.
STEM Racing Learn