Network Apprentice Review
at BT Group
Degree Apprenticeship
Engineering
Ipswich
Review Submitted: April 2023
Overall Rating
4.3 /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!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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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
My current job role involves testing the 999 platforms that are used to provide emergency services to those in need of them. Daily tasks include running test executions, to identify bugs in those systems. For any bugs we do find, we try to resolve them either by ourselves or with the assistance of the lead developers of the platform.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I very much enjoy my programme. It has presented many challenges both in my degree and the job role itself. I have enjoyed all aspects of the degree, which has allowed me to not only learn what is required for my job but also skills that may be useful for other job roles in the future.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
The predominant skills I have developed include my ability to communicate with others in such a way that I can develop the skills I need rapidly. Furthermore, I have gained the skill of self-teaching, to supplement this. Overall I have gained the ability to learn from others and fill gaps in my knowledge with my own research if I need to.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is very well structured and organised. The job role offers consistent rotations so that I can gain a wider knowledge of the business. The degree starts with simple concepts and then builds on these later on with more advanced modules. This makes the learning flow consistently and logically.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Throughout my time as a network apprentice, my company has offered outstanding support. I have been awed by their commitment to my growth and learning from the very beginning. They have established a supportive and encouraging environment that has allowed me to develop and flourish while also giving me access to a wealth of tools, advice, and criticism. I appreciate their dedication to my accomplishment.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I am appreciative of the tremendous assistance my training provider has given me during my network apprentice experience. They have gone above and beyond to assure my success, offering everything from academic counselling to practical aid. They have been a huge assistance to me in pursuing my degree and developing my professional abilities because of the resources, criticism, and individualised care they provide.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
My education has greatly improved how well I perform in my position as a network apprentice. I am now more equipped to tackle obstacles because of the knowledge and abilities I have acquired via my studies. I am able to translate abstract ideas into real-world contexts, which has helped me make better decisions and support my team more successfully.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
There are a number of extracurricular activities I get involved in. I make use of the on-site gym that helps me with my physical and mental wellbeing. I also attend a number of meetings with other apprentices and network professionals to build working relationships and further develop my networking skills.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BT Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Anyone wishing to launch a career in technology should not pass up the chance to join BT as a network apprentice. BT offers an unmatched learning experience with top-notch instruction, practical exposure, and the chance to work on cutting-edge projects. Anybody will acquire useful abilities and information that will position them for achievement in the dynamic and continually expanding industry of networking.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BT Group?
I would advise anyone applying to BT as a network apprentice to express their love and enthusiasm for technology, show how willing they are to learn and develop and emphasise any relevant experience or abilities. Be willing to put in a lot of effort, accept difficulties, and seize the numerous learning and growth opportunities that BT has to offer.
