Software Developer Review
at Arup
Degree Apprenticeship
Information Technology
Solihull
Review Submitted: April 2023
Overall Rating
3.3 /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!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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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:
5/5
Helping to develop software enhancements for the Oasys LS-DYNA project, as well as bug fixing and quality assurance.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
2/5
The university side could be better, the people and the work are generally quite good, but the organisation, structure, admin and ways of examination are beyond horrific.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
JavaScript, Teamwork, Better coding, Automation, Linux.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
1/5
The university would struggle to make a less organised structured programme if they tried.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer is fantastic at providing support.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
1/5
The teaching is not very good, and often you find better answers using YouTube, or work colleagues.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
I have learnt a bit in JavaScript and teamwork that has helped in my role at work.
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
Mainly social events that happen roughly once per month and are enjoyable.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Arup to a friend?
Yes
Why?
A great environment, good pay, good people and interesting work that actually makes a difference!
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Arup?
Be confident, be willing to learn and gain life experiences.
