Apprentice Review
at BMW Group UK
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Automotive Engineering
Selhurstpark Rd, Chichester PO18 0PS, UK
Review Submitted: May 2024
Overall Rating
3.4 /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
2.8/5
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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
I am a woodshop planning apprentice so I am learning planning. I am currently in the milling team.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I am very much enjoying my placement at the moment. Sometimes not so muhc, others times a lot.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes, I am learning problem solving and analysis tools. Lean manufacturing processes. I am learning communication skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
2/5
Its hit and miss. It is getting better but still room for improvement.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
2/5
Asking certain people gets me loads of support. Asking anyone doesn't alwasy work.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Not a lot. I have been finished College for 6 months now with nothing put in place to take up the time and prep me for the next section of the programme.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It is really good and I have been able to take skills learnt at college and transfer them across.
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
Sometimes, I have been to a couple of socials and I could be more involved if I wanted to but I am happy.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BMW Group UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It honestly is a great place to work and I Love it but theres room for improvement.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BMW Group UK?
Be yourself. Don't overthink. Don't Rush. Research the company first. Don't ta;l about airplanes.
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