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Welcome to IES

IES is a multi-disciplinary engineering body, founded in Scotland in 1857, that provides a forum in which individuals from all engineering and related disciplines can discuss and exchange information, generate ideas and encourage young engineers. IES works with kindred bodies to promote a wider understanding of the role of the professional engineer in society.

You might have missed a few lectures but there are still a few gems ahead - find out more, 2024 -2025 programme

Just announced - AGM and lecture on 22nd April 2025, 6pm and 6.30pm respectively

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Publication of the Month

We have been very impressed by the publication of Primary Engineer, celebrating over 250,000 school pupils who have answered the question "If you were an engineer, what would you do?"

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Featured Quote

“As to the Future, it is yours not mine. Feel confident. Be bold. Society hugely needs you. No one else can do it. Be worthy of your opportunity.”

Sir Duncan Michael / Glasgow, 2016
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