Future Ones NPC is pleased to be partnering with Qfinsoft, a select Ansys channel partner in South Africa and Africa, to give all participating schools free access to CAD and Simulation software to participating schools. This mobilises the design focus for our flagship programme, STEM Racing South Africa.
STEM Racing (formerly F1 in Schools) is an extra-curriculum educational STEM programme for pupils aged 6 – 18 years. Partcipants Design-Make-Test-Race miniature cars, based on F1-style technical regulations. The aim is to apply maths and science theory using F1 as a playbook for fun, interactive, Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths (STEM) learning. In South Africa, this is a critical requirement given the status of maths and science pass rates.
Design is done on CAD and Make using customised model blocks. All equipment is specifically made and supplied for STEM Racing teams by a single supplier. A core team of six participants are supported by six creative minds to support with project management, marketing, finance, sponsorship management and communications. Team success is judged accordingly. Ansys, Autodesk and The Project Management Institute (PMI) are some of the global programme partners.
To date, seven STEM Racing participants are working with F1 teams as engineers and professional specialists, at McLaren Formula One, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team, Mercedes AMG HPP, Red Bull Powertrains and, outside of F1, at BMW, NASA and SpaceX. In South Africa, former participants are excelling in entrepreneurship and with Top 40 companies.
STEM Racing South Africa is driven by Future Ones NPC. The KYP pilot programme in Kliptown has been running successfully since 2021 and is ready to grow their team of 30 pupils. Schools in Gauteng (3), Western Cape (3) and the Eastern Cape (4) are actively trying to secure sponsorships.
Play Your Part. To discuss school participation, collaboration partnerships and corporate sponsorships, Let's Talk.
For the third year running, Future Ones NPC is proud to partner with Simola Hillclimb to prioritise STEM education in motorsport. STEM Racing (formerly F1 in Schools) is designed for experiential learning, developed by engineers and supported by Formula One and its teams.
The world’s brightest STEM minds, aged 6 – 18 years Design-Make-Test-Race miniature cars, based on F1-style technical regulations. The aim is to apply maths and science theory using F1 as a playbook for fun, interactive, Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths (STEM) learning. The annual World Finals happens during an F1 race week – this year at the Singapore Grand Prix.
A team consist of six high potential STEM pupils, supported by six creative minds to support with project management, marketing, finance, sponsorship management and communications. Teamwork, excellence, accountability and leadership are some of the skills learnt by those who commit to the STEM Racing journey. All teams start with Primary STEM – paper-based cars and pump or gas cylinder propulsion. Thereafter teams Design on CAD and Make using customised model blocks. All equipment is specifically made and supplied for STEM Racing. Ansys, Autodesk and The Project Management Institute (PMI) are some of the global programme partners.
Programme-School-Sponsor partnerships can unlock dream careers in the world of motorsport and allied industries, in South Africa, internationally and ultimately, in F1. To date, seven STEM Racing participants are working with F1 teams as engineers and professional specialists, at McLaren Formula One, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team, Mercedes AMG HPP, Red Bull Powertrains and, outside of F1, at BMW, NASA and SpaceX. In South Africa, former participants are excelling in entrepreneurship and with Top 40 companies.
“Yes We Can” – South Africa has rising star talent and STEM Racing South Africa is the pathway to high performance careers in motorsport. Future Ones is focussed on building STEM design excellence, offering free CAD software and Simulation Software to participating schools in partnership with Qfinsoft, a select Ansys channel partner in South Africa and Africa.
The KYP pilot programme in Kliptown has been running successfully since 2021 and is ready to grow their team of 30 pupils. Schools in Gauteng (3), Western Cape (2) and the Eastern Cape (3) are actively trying to secure sponsorships.
For corporate sponsors and industry partners, the ROI lies in investing in next generation success, in attracting future consumers and in locking in scarce-skills STEM talent.
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Among the well known and former F1 design engineers are South African, including Rory Byrne (Ferrari, Benneton) and Gordon Murray (McLaren, Brabham). Both are still active in their careers, inspiring high performance road vehicles and safe driving. Can we build on this legacy? Yes, we can!
STEM Racing ZA is focussed on Design, with a quest to get young STE(A)M talent in SA from Pupil-to-Pinnacle in Formula One, international motorsport and allied industries.
Does your school have the talent and do you have what it takes to become the next "Adrian Newey"? Get started on Autodesk and Fusion 360, offered at no charge to all participating STEM Racing schools, teams and participants.
Hear how Fusion 360 supports the blueprint for STEM Racing World Finals succcess. for beginner and intermediate level CAD designers.
Ready? Let's Talk to get your school teams registered.
Let's get F1-supported STEM racing going in ZA in 2025. The road to the World Finals takes about 3 years - mobilise the 2028 goal now!
We are excited to share the announcement that is set to grow STEM education at the pinnacle of motorsport.
Read all about it in the press releases from Formula One and STEM Racing HQ:
Press Release - Formula One: https://corp.formula1.com/formula-1-to-support-re-branded-stem-racing-programme-and-inspire-the-next-generation-through-education/
Press Release - STEM Racing HQ (previously F1 in Schools HQ): https://www.stemracing.com/news
F1 in Schools has now expanded to 62 countries, engaging aspirant STEM minds to apply their talent towards careers in motorsport.
The overview outlines the process and equipment investment. For safe and affordable entry point, it is recommended that schools and teams in South Africa start with the Primary STEM programme, using paper-based cut-outs and a hand-held pump for propulsion. Once the programme is well embedded in approved extra-curricula activities, and programme fit at the school is proven, teams can progress to the Entry Level class - design on CAD and Make using custom model blocks.
>Schools - invest in a track, dedicate a teacher and provide space for the activity.
>Teams of 6 to 12 - raise sponsorships to buy consumables, run the team and race.
>Universities - partner with Future Ones for the school-to-Formula Student pathway.
>Corporate sponsors - financial sponsorships to fund and grow the programme and competition, across selected schools and teams, in South Africa. Future Ones NPC provides the central treasury and performance reports.
>Volunteers - support the programme office with programme-relevant experiential skills and mentorship. This could be in the fields of STEM, CAD, automotive engineering, marketing, motorsport, business management.
Join the Pupil-to-Pinnacle quest and, together, let's fuel purpose-driven passion. Let's Talk.
Overview:
Registration for 2025 Participation is open to schools and pupils aged 6 to 18.
Let's GO >>>Design >Make >Test >Race.
Access learning content on how to set up teams, compete and prepare for the World Finals.
Play Your Part and join the Challenge to take South African STEM talent from Pupil-to-Pinnacle.
You must be in it to win it!
Listen to our programme leads, Rohan and Seugne, unpack their F1 in Schools experience and how your school can Play Your Part in 2025.
Watch the recording here.
