Level 6 Degree Apprentice Cyber Engineer Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Information Technology
Portsmouth
Review Submitted: May 2023
Overall Rating
3.6 /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
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
3.2/5
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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
As a cyber engineer apprentice my role consists learning new skills relevant to cyber security and then putting them into practice through various tasks.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I enjoy the program to an extent where I understand the benefits and draw backs of being a year 1 apprentice in the sense that while I am still learning useful skills. Some tasks can see a bit irrelevant or menial
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes I have learned a lot of skills on the job I would argue that i have learned more at work than at Uni
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
As far as the business is concerned it is very well organised but as for the Uni it is a bit chaotic.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Loads. I may be speaking for myself in this case but the level of support I get from my manager and early careers is AMAZING !
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
My coach at Cranfield is amazing and so is my Programming lecturer how ever i cant say ive had great experiences with others.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
1/5
Currently right now I don't think it does at all i think i will only feel like that once i get to specialise in cyber which is after my second year.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
yes there are loads of social events organised by various different people and everyone is welcome.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I think Its an excellent place to work for especially if youre trying to pursue a career in IT/engineering
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Brush up on your mental maths skills. I failed at the psychometrics test the first time I applied.
