Electrical Engineering Degree Apprentice Review
at MBDA
Degree Apprenticeship
Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Stevenage
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!
3.5/5
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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:
3/5
Mainly computer based work with the occasional opportunity for lab based activities, working from either home or one site, while attending University one day a week. Daily tasks are never the same due to various tasks presenting themselves across numerous placements within the company, in which I change every three months.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
Overall I find it thoroughly enjoyable, it’s helped me to build upon many existing skills and to also learn new ones. It’s also allowed me to get a great head-start for my career. The only downside is the stress that can be associated when University gets busier, I.e: exam season.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I’ve had the opportunity to carry out numerous training courses through work and have been exploded to a wide range of tasks that have allowed me to develop and learn new skills. I have also been able to learn and expand upon numerous skills through University lectures and assignments.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
For the most part the program is extremely well structured, as there is a placement plan in place which defines which areas of the business I’ll be working in throughout the apprenticeship. Following on from this I have regular meetings regarding my progress on the apprenticeship. With the only downside being that sometimes the University aspect isn’t as well organised!
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Overall I’d say I support a lot of support from my employer. There’s numerous routes that I can take and numerous people that I can talk to within the company such as placement managers and HR representatives in other to receive support on a wide range of topics and/ or issues.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Outside of the support offered within timetables sessions such as lectures etc, the University doesn’t seem to provide an awful lot of support outside of this. Although you can speak to lecturers for help with anything that you don’t understand, but besides that there’s no official way as far as in aware to recurve further support.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
2/5
Currently the work that I have carried out at University and the role that I carry out within the workplace haven’t crossed paths. So unfortunately from a knowledge & skills perspective the training through the University haven’t enhanced my workplace performance. However University has helped me to develop some of my behaviours which are key for the workplace.
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 there’s numerous extra curricular activities that Apprentices can get involved in through work. These activities come in numerous forms and there is an extra curricular activity or network for everyone. The extra curricular activities are a highlight of the apprenticeship and the company is always more than happy for you to take part in them!
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend MBDA to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Overall it’s a great company to work for with a great working environment, and plenty of opportunities to develop your workplace skillset. While as an Apprentice within MBDA I have been able to make numerous new friends all while working alongside full time employees on meaningful tasks which contribute to the business.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to MBDA?
Try to make yourself stand out, when applying talk about examples of pieces of work that you’ve carried out in the past which highlight your best qualities and ones which align with the company values. Mention why you want to work for MBDA and why you’ve chosen to apply for them, and finally do some research into the company!
