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Undergraduate engineer Review

at Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology

Degree Apprenticeship

Engineering

Malmesbury

Review Submitted: January 2021

Overall Rating

4.5 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
4.2/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
3 days working on site and 2 days working on a BEng. We have multiple rotations in different teams and in different engineering disciplines. Mechanical, electrical and software followed by in the new product innovation sector.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I've learnt how to act in a professional setting while at the same time gaining engineering knowledge. Both in a theoretical and practical sense.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The DIET team is very helpful and open to feedback. Very clear structure for both the work aspect and the learning aspect.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
As much support as is required to have an informative and fun experience.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
We have meetings every term and the providers are always available to answer questions.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The line managers are very good at integrating what we are learning at that time with our project.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
There are a lot of activities going on specifically with the undergrads.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It's the best mixture of theoretical and on the job training while still having a sociable and open atmosphere.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology?
Go for it even if you're not sure it's what you want. Always a good option to have.
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