Apprentice Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Engineering
Preston
Review Submitted: February 2021
Overall Rating
4.6 /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
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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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
I get involved with wide range of engineering projects within the department I have a placement with. One day a week I have lectures at college towards my degree.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Considering the circumstances I am really enjoying what this program has to offer. I have had a great experience on the placements I've been on so far and I am greatly looking forward to what the future has to offer.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have taken advantage of numerous training opportunities including aircraft fitting, CATIA V5 training, product data management training, MATLAB, Autodesk Inventor and many other tools. I have massively developed my communication skills and improved my understanding of engineering in the workplace.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
There is a clear structure from the beginning for progression through the apprenticeship. Occasionally information is unclear, however, people are approachable and explanations are never far away.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
There is excellent support at BAE Systems. Every employee has access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and the apprenticeship skills coaches are excellent in this regard as they are always interested in your wellbeing and willing to help with issues
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Support is readily available from the college. Occasionally it is difficult to get good guidance with technical subject specific issues.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
There have been several situations where I have applied knowledge from college to my placement and vice versa. I find that I have been quite lucky with regards to this and it has allowed me to perform better at college and within my role in my placement.
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
Definitely yes. I have been to several networking events with the apprenticeship which have allowed me to gain some placement opportunities for the future. There are also social clubs to get involved with.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The apprenticeship allows each person to take advantage of the opportunities that come their way. This has been good preparation as it has provided me with skills and knowledge that has been both useful and relevant to my areas of interest. There is an element of freedom and responsibility given to apprentices which is very important for personal development. On the other hand where support is needed, it is always available.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Do not be afraid of asking questions when you do not understand anything. People will always do their best to answer them.
