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Undergraduate engineer Review

at Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology

Degree Apprenticeship

Engineering

Malmesbury

Review Submitted: January 2021

Overall Rating

4.8 /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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.6/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
I work on real projects alongside experts in various engineering fields.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have developed various engineering and interpersonal skills (programming, using computer-aided software, communication skills, organisation, critical thinking, etc.)

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The first two years are distributed over three rotations each - mechanics, electronics and software, to allow the apprentices to get to know different engineering fields before they specialise in Year 3.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Each apprentice is assigned a line manager and a mentor with whom they have weekly meetings to monitor progress and identify and resolve any issues.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
The training provider provides the theoretical foundation needed at the workplace.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Real projects & real responsibilities. Valuable experience. Financial Independence. Job perspectives.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology?
Think as an engineer from day 1
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