Apprentice Review
at BMW Group UK
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Manufacturing
Oxford
Review Submitted: March 2025
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
I am an apprentice learning about the maintenance role and participate in the activities they undertake. This involves observing the production line, completing planned maintenance and responding to breakdowns.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
During the apprenticeship, I have been able gain new skills and knowledge, meet new people who have taught me about the workplace and I have enjoyed these experiences.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
In my first year I was taught how to use different equipment and machinery that would help aid maintenance activities in the shop floor. I have been able to apply these skills and develop them in my time on placement.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The program is well organized with the placements being clear and aided by the placement managers to help us with any problems.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I have received lots of support from my employer.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I have received lots of support from my training provider.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The practical skills I have gained from my apprenticeship have helped me a lot on the on the shop floor.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
There are few extra-curricular activities to get involved in.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BMW Group UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Because off the experience, skills and knowledge that can be gained from it as well as the being able to work for a globally operating company which brings more opportunities.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BMW Group UK?
Learn as much as you can, talk to as many people as possible, apply for any opportunities that are available.
