SOLIDWORKS provides dedicated education solutions for schools, colleges, universities and technical institutions, helping educators teach students practical design and engineering skills using professional CAD technology. The SOLIDWORKS Education offering includes tools for 3D design, simulation, documentation, manufacturing, visualisation and data management, alongside curriculum resources and learning materials.

For schools and universities, SOLIDWORKS offers Education Edition solutions designed for classroom and laboratory use, with support from local SOLIDWORKS partners. Institutions can also access academic certification programmes, allowing eligible students to work towards industry-recognised certifications such as CSWA and CSWP.

For individual students, SOLIDWORKS provides a separate student ecosystem, including free SOLIDWORKS Design Standard for eligible students, learning resources, certification opportunities and programmes such as SkillForce. Students at institutions with a qualifying SOLIDWORKS licence may also receive access to a full licence on their own device at no additional cost.

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SOLIDWORKS Education for Schools, Colleges & Universities

SOLIDWORKS Education provides schools, colleges and universities with the tools and resources needed to teach 3D CAD, engineering design and product development. From mechanical design and simulation to visualisation, manufacturing and data management, educators can give students hands-on experience with professional engineering software used in industry.

The SOLIDWORKS Education portfolio also supports cloud-based collaboration, curriculum development and student certification, helping educators create engaging, practical learning experiences while preparing students for careers in engineering and design. Schools and universities can also access dedicated teaching resources, training and support through their SOLIDWORKS education partner.

Prepare Students for Careers in Engineering

Give students the opportunity to develop industry-relevant CAD and engineering skills before they enter the workplace. SOLIDWORKS helps students gain practical experience in 3D design, simulation, engineering drawings and product development using tools widely used across engineering and manufacturing.

By combining classroom learning with real-world design projects, industry-recognised certifications and hands-on experience, educators can help students build the technical skills, confidence and portfolios they need for university, apprenticeships, internships and graduate engineering careers.

From their first CAD model to their first engineering role, SOLIDWORKS helps students turn their education into practical experience that can support their future careers.

Benefits for Educators

Give educators the tools, resources and support they need to deliver engaging, industry-relevant engineering education. With SOLIDWORKS, teachers and lecturers can introduce students to professional 3D CAD and design software used across the engineering and manufacturing industries, helping bring complex concepts to life through practical, hands-on learning. From designing and modelling to simulation and technical communication, SOLIDWORKS provides a comprehensive environment for teaching modern engineering workflows. Educators can also benefit from training, teaching resources and ongoing support, helping them build confidence with the software and spend more time focusing on developing the next generation of engineers.