We had a group design project module that was a competition against our peers, where we needed to create a product using only steel wires. The module required us to develop a product portfolio, including material research followed by a concept design. We then presented our product in a Dragon's Den style to a panel of steel wire experts.

This module was a great challenge in teamwork and in asserting confidence in our own ideas. It provided a good alternative to lecture-oriented modules and offered the flexibility to complete work in our own time as long as we met the deadline. This experience has been invaluable while working at Williams Racing, where constant innovation and the development of new ideas to improve the team are essential. Being able to take a concept and move actions forward to make it a reality is crucial in this environment.