Electrical Engineering Apprentice Review
at BMW Group UK
Degree Apprenticeship
Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Chichester
Review Submitted: May 2024
Overall Rating
3.5 /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
3/5
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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
Very Variable based on placements, can go from desk based office tasks to practical hands on shop floor experience. plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and to practice what is learnt at university.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
The work side of things is great, can be a little stressful at times but i feel that goes for any job. the Univercity side of things has been a lot more stressful, poor planning and organisation has caused significant stress and has impacted the work/life balance at times
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have been able to develop plenty of existing skills, alongside developing new skills such as High voltage safety, important document writing and some key people skills
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
The work side of things is fairly well organised, there is support available within the business however for the most part it is down to the individual apprentice to organize placements etc. the university side of things is very disorganized and has little to no communication.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Employer support is great, time is given to complete university deadlines when needed, and to study for exams. academic support is somewhat lacking for degree level however i feel like this is kind of expected
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
1/5
Support form the university is incredibly variable and goes on a per professor basis, some provide support some don't, this year has been particularly poor due to staffing issues at the university
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Provides me a general understanding of fundamental electronic and electrical principles that can be implemented into my job 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.)
4/5
i don't get involved in them but there is stuff available though
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BMW Group UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great opportunities for career progression and looks great on a CV
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BMW Group UK?
Make yourself unique and stand out, don't be afraid to show off your hobbies and personal achievements as well as academic ones.
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