EDAS Software Engineer Apprentice Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Engineering
Warton, Carnforth, UK
Review Submitted: May 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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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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
I am a Software engineer meaning during the day I work within my placement to create programs/solutions for my team.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy the program. This program is exactly what I wanted to do after college and I hope to continue to work as a software engineer.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I'm continually developing the skills I had when I joined the company. I have plenty of opportunity to learn new skills, for example working with different programming languages.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
When we join the company we have a 4 week induction and then we are straight into our placements. There is a placement schedule for everyone on the course and for the full length of it. The learning modules of the course are also outlined well.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive the exact amount of support that I require. Weekly meeting have been put in place per my personal and professional needs, such as planning and learning support.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Again, receive as much as we require.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Sometimes I feel as though I learn more on the job than I do through my training provider. for example, I learn more complex programming techniques on the job before being taught them at university.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
none that I know of
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They are a great company to work for and supply me with all the right opportunities for me to develop my skills and abilities, as well as helping me to grow as a person.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Be who you are
