Apprentice Higher Engineer Review
at BAE Systems
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Engineering
Portsmouth
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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
3/5
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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:
5/5
I work alongside more experienced engineers day to day, my apprenticeship includes 5 'placements' In different areas of the business, I also study for my HNC level qualification for a full day once a week and on my own time.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy my programme a lot, it is a great opportunity
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt how to work in an office environment as well as expanded my skills working on a site.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
The placements are fairly well organised however myself and the other apprentices are not happy with the level of education or support we receive from the HNC educators.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive support when requested, a meeting can be scheduled or it could be sorted over email, I am happy with all of my line managers and my apprentice manager.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
1/5
A very poor amount of support even when specifically requested, The lessons are online which is very disappointing and makes it much harder to learn, the website 'Canvas' is hard and confusing to navigate. I think the HNC needs a big rethink
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
I think it gives a better understanding in Design, science and maths, however the level of education is not ideal.
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
I am a registered STEM member
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is an important and interesting business to work for, there are many roles you can go into and every day is different.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
To make sure being an engineer is really what you want to do, because if you don't enjoy the work you will never thrive.
