Mint-Tek Launches Product Design Competition(STEMblem) to Inspire Creativity and Innovation amongst Transition Year Students
The competition invites TY students from secondary schools across Galway to conceptualise and design a product – a St. Patrick’s Day themed emblem.
- Prize: €2500 worth of the winning team’s product, finalised, tested, and manufactured.
- Important Dates!
- 4th October – Closing date for entry
- 17th October – Workshop
- 21st November – Product Design Competition Day
- Who can participate: TY Students from any school based in Galway
In celebration of its 10th anniversary, Mint-Tek, a product design company in Na Forbacha, is thrilled to announce the launch of its Product Design Competition, aimed at encouraging creativity, innovation, and interest in STEM among Transition Year students in Galway.
Designed to inspire the next generation of innovators, this competition, accompanied by a workshop, will encourage students who are interested in STEM and design to explore their creative side. During the workshop, speakers from Mint-Tek will cover essential topics, including the product design process, business planning, electronic design, and presentation skills.
Key Details of the Workshop:
- Date and Time: October 17th, 10am-2pm
- Location: Portershed, Galway
The PorterShed, a tech hub in the heart of Galway aiming to help start-ups and entrepreneurs, is collaborating with Mint-Tek on this project. The PorterShed has extensive experience in engaging with young people and helping them implement their ideas.
Join us for a day of creativity, collaboration, and competition designed to spark the imagination and inspire the product designers of tomorrow!
See our presentation for more details!
