QC Analytical Lab Science Apprentice Review
at AstraZeneca
Degree Apprenticeship
Macclesfield
Review Submitted: April 2024
Overall Rating
4.1 /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
3.8/5
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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
Working in the labs, testing on pharmaceutical drugs to ensure they are safe for patients.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
Really enjoy the programme, so happy with the progress and excited for the next few years!
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes, many lab science skills, problem solving skills and improved my confidence
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Quite well, Training opportunities could be slightly better organised but all in all very good
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Loads of support from everyone
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Varies depending on lecturer, Sometimes struggle with receiving support
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
At the moment non of the topics tie in with my job role so feel it doesn't help improve me in my role
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, lots of social activities, network events such as career fairs and charity sports events
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Very good supportive business, so many opportunities to undergo and a great achievement
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to AstraZeneca?
Be confident and understand the AZ values, these are a big thing when working here
