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BT Group

Digital and Technology Apprentice Review

at BT Group

Degree Apprenticeship

Information Technology

Leeds

Review Submitted: March 2024

Overall Rating

4.5 /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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
3.8/5 - 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
Working on opportunities, this involves speaking to customers, working or updating designs.
Sometimes, I am able to do extra learning/revision for other certifications, often these are related to the current rotation I am in.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy my programme, I couldn't ask for more. Everyone is very supportive and willing to help. I have learnt a lot in a very short time.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have undertake several courses along side my university degree. I have been able to develop my skills in areas such as databases, networks, Java and many more.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Originally, the programme was not structured at all. However, this quickly changed, with support being provided very quickly.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Huge amounts, we are provided a mentor to aid and guide us within each rotation until we are at a point where we feel comfortable to take more of the responsibility for each opportunity.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Huge amounts, we have regular meetings to discuss progress and any additional needs om them and the workplace. Additionally, there are lecturers and mentors readily available.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Greatly. Much of the content covered within my qualification learning, in required when working on opportunities. As such, it massively helps.
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
Although I don't, there are several available.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BT Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
BT is a massive organisation, and with that comes endless opportunities, which in some cases, other employers can't give you.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BT Group?
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