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The AA

Software Engineer Review

at The AA

Degree Apprenticeship

Software Engineering

Basingstoke

Review Submitted: April 2024

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 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
4/5 - 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
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes developed many existing skills such as python, and also learned many new skills.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
The AA's involvement in the apprenticeship has been great, however on QA's side there has been a few mishaps due the poor organisation. However nothing major was affected and overall it is well organised.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Lots of support from numerous people in the workplace.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
There is regular meetings and the option to attend extra workshops in order to gain support
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
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 many extra curricular activities however im currently not participating in any.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend The AA to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Very friendly and understanding of previous skills and they really help you settle in. They know how to push you for better whilst also having a high level of support.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to The AA?
be yourself, ask lots of questions and dont be afraid to ask for people to expand on their points to further understand their points.
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