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Nottingham Trent University

Apprentice technician Review

at Nottingham Trent University

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Science

Nottingham

Review Submitted: February 2021

Overall Rating

4.4 /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
4/5 - 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
Setting up laboratory experiments to deliver teaching to undergraduate students
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I love my job at NTU and it’s what I’ve wanted to do since I left school

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Microbiology specific skills, time management, adaptability, public speaking.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well organised and effective. I have completed my Level 3 NVQ apprenticeship as a result
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Ample support given
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
1/5
A reasonable amount however during covid19 little help was given and I was required to manage my own success with my training course
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It allowed me to understand key principles of microbiology and biochemistry and practice them
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
Yes, however I am not involved

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Nottingham Trent University to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great opportunity to develop in the science sector. NTU’s resources I feel are at my disposal as part of this apprenticeship and are used to develop you as a member of technical staff
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Nottingham Trent University?
Be prepared for change as you’ll never be doing the same task every day, every day is different as a NTU science technician.
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