EDAS Software Degree Apprentice Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Software Engineering
Warton, Carnforth, UK
Review Submitted: March 2025
Overall Rating
3.6 /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
3.2/5
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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 rotate round the business in 6 month placements and work with software teams to get real life software engineering experience. I also attend UCLAN to study my degree
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I really enjoy the programme a lot. My time at work and on my placements is very interesting and worthwhile and I learn a lot during this time. The teaching at University is not the best.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have developed lots of skills that are required for my apprenticeship
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
It is organised quite well but there are times when I feel there could be better communication, especially at university
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive a lot of support from my employer
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
I receive some support from my University but it mainly depends on the module and module teachers. Some are better than others
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I do feel as though it helps me in my role, majority of the content is relevant and useful
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
1/5
Not really
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They look after you a lot, it is very rewarding and lots of benefits included. It is a great opportunity and I am enjoying it a lot.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Just be yourself and be prepare a lot for the interviews as they will require you to demonstrate lots of competencies and skills
