Software Engineer Degree Apprentice Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Software Engineering
Portsmouth
Review Submitted: May 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
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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
Using Labs to develop and test software and network issues. Dealing with bug reports and feature requests. Deploying software for clients and running both external/internal training sessions
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Variety of coding languages such as: c++, c#, Javascript and python.
Better understanding of methodologies such as scrum, and Jira.
Public speaking, communication, leadership and self discipline
Better understanding of methodologies such as scrum, and Jira.
Public speaking, communication, leadership and self discipline
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Dedicated early careers staff always available to help you with any problems or issues, whether that be work, educational or just someone to chat to.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Employer provides excellent support for the completion of the degree and apprenticeship scheme.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
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
Many social activities are ran internally by individual teams and larger business units. With additional site based sports/social teams and events. Professional networking events are hosted and open business wide with email blasts for everyone to get involved in.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It has provided me with vast experiences and opportunities. From working at home to give flexibility of external commitments to deploying and updating systems on platform.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Ensure to give it your best shot as you wont be disappointed.
