journalism apprentice Review
at BBC
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Information Technology
London
Review Submitted: May 2022
Overall Rating
2.9 /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!
2.5/5
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Overview of Role
3/5
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Skills Development
2.6/5
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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:
3/5
Working as a journalist in online broadcasting (this is set to change throughout).
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
2/5
it's interesting but somewhat slow moving within placements as all apprentices are receiving different experiences. we are very fortunate to have great trips and experiences but the study with the college is below par.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
Yes; learning how to write as a journalist.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
It is planned for a year in adavnce but the execution is only a day or two before the event so it's a mixed bag.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
Dependable upon the placement.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
Some teachers are very helpful and want to see you succeed to the best, others just want you to scrape a pass.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I learn more on placement than in some lessons like video, however writing broadcasting is very helpful for 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.)
1/5
n/a
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BBC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It opens opportunities beyond the apprenticeship.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BBC?
be honest, open and go in with an open mind.
