Pipefitting apprentice Review
at BAE Systems
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Glasgow
Review Submitted: April 2023
Overall Rating
3.9 /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!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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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 would attend college full-time and I would need to study for all subjects and improve my knowledge on the subjects from the lecturers and pass tests.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I have enjoyed my time at BAE so far as I have learned a lot of new skills and met new peers.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learned new skills from being in the workshop at college and how to use new tools I have not used before.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Most lecturers are well organised at the college and are ready to teach us new skills.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive support from my employer when I am struggling with work.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I have a lot of support to help me pass courses at college.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It has taught me many new skills to take with me in my job in the yard.
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
There are a few activities I can get involved in, but I haven’t heard of much.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Because it is a secure job and you are able to learn a lot of new skills from it.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Get involved with all the tasks and make sure you are friendly with everyone.
