Degree Apprentice - Engineer Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Engineering
Barrow-in-Furness
Review Submitted: May 2024
Overall Rating
3.9 /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
3.6/5
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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 complete one uni day a week and work 4 other days. My role varies on which placement I am in, I usually complete tasks to help the team I am working with at the time set by my line manager/leader for that placement.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I really enjoy my apprenticeship and think it's a great mix of learning whilst developing workplace skills.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I've learnt how to use multiple new types of software like Enterprise Architect and Matlab. I've also build new communication skills from speaking to my team and speaking on team meetings.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
I think my programme is quite well structured and explained
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive plenty of support from my Line manager, my team and Early Careers as well as having support from uni.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Plenty of support in and outside uni, easy to contact them for help.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Although they're not directly linked some of the things we learn can be applied into our day to day working life and can make certain projects easier. E.g. some of the software we learnt at uni I also used at work.
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
There are plenty of Stretch Opportunities (e.g. assisting with interviews, career fairs) to get involved with which introduces you to a range of new people and skills
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I believe it's a great opportunity and provides great workplace experience whilst learning and provides plenty of opportunities to develop new skills.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Stay relaxed and explain why you want to work there, what pulled you in and why you think it would be a good job for you as well as past experiences that link to the job role you're applying for.
