Operation Degree Apprentice Review
at Barclays
Degree Apprenticeship
Finance
Manchester
Review Submitted: May 2021
Overall Rating
4.1 /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
4/5
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Skills Development
3.6/5
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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:
5/5
I work within the Close of Mortgage department. My job is extremely hands on with a lot of responsibility given very early on.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
The program is really engaging, It has its challenges so be prepared for long hours and balancing study and work. I have a great team full of other apprentices and have made some life long friends.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have leant lots of skills alongside my degree. We have access to lots of different programs, communication skills and professional skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
The program is well structured, although university has been online they have done their best to adapt. We are given a big support network to assist with studying where we have concerns. We get given 1 day off a week to complete the studies, this is not enough and be prepared to overrun into your weekend.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
My employer is very understanding of the university time. We do not get disturbed within the study blocks.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
We are allowed time when needed.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
My qualification doesn't currently relate to my role, so i find this a bit tricky.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
Yes but because of COVID these have been restricted
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Barclays to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Extremely good experience
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Barclays?
Prepare, you are against a lot of competition.
