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Degree apprentice engineer Review

at BAE Systems

Degree Apprenticeship

Engineering

Barrow-in-Furness

Review Submitted: March 2025

Overall Rating

3.9 /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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
3.2/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
1-2 days per week at university. Learning engineering processes at work and networking.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Developed logical approach and communication.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Different resources, e.g HELMS. However, some resources need updating which contribute towards completing assignments etc.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Can apply some learning to work, however makes little difference.
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
Social events & apprentice group (LHAC)

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Cohort of likeminded individuals & supportive functional leads
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Read website to understand job role. attend events like open evenings
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