Systems Engineer Degree Apprentice Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Engineering
Frimley
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
4/5
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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
Due to moving team every 6 months my days can involve a wide range of experiences based upon engineering, project management, forming strong relations with the customer and networking in the office.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
When working in the office the programme is very enjoyable due to a large social network of people I get to meet as well as the new experiences that are offered to me.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
While on this course I've been able to improve my communications skills and confidence when talking to people. As well as practical skills such as report writing and presentation skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The course is well organised as i know my career path for the rest of the program and it hasn't been altered since I started in 2022. The training provider has affected this slightly as they don't seam to understand their involvement in the programme.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
The support is constant and consistent will little room to improve.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
The teaching from the lecturers has been adequate but the training provider has been inconsistent with hiring staff and being involved with my programme.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Some aspects of my qualification has helped me in the workplace such as gaining knowledge on electronic and mechanical systems as well as project management and report writing. However, some large units in my qualification hasn't helped me in the work place.
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
Multiple weekly sports teams are available and socials are offered every 3/4 weeks.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
This company offers and wide range of opportunities and skills that others don't. This has allowed me to greatly improve my social skills and confidence on top of the knowledge gained from my qualification.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Try and get a basic understanding of computing, project management, and customer relations as it will help with the transition into the workplace.
