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Project Control Degree Apprentice Review

at BAE Systems

Degree Apprenticeship

Property Management

Warton, Preston PR4, UK

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!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
3.8/5 - 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
Processing work authorisations, running weekly & monthly reports for wider teams. Issuing risk metrics on a monthly basis. Updating budget changes for different projects.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I really enjoy my program, it is informative and I hope to continue in an upwards trajectory.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learned how to use different software's and how to manage project in the correct way. I have also learned how to communicate better with different people.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
The in work part of my program is very well structured. However, University needs a little work with more time given in our designated day to complete assignments as all deadlines are very close together.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
We receive vert good support from the employer. All issues are dealt with in a timely fashion.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
We receive some support from lecturers, however this could be worked on with certain ones.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I feel that my qualification helps me perform better in my role as I can see what I am learning benefits the projects that I currently work on.
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
There are plenty of activities to get involved in.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Extremely good company to work for, allows for constant progression & everyone is very supportive.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Be yourself, teams don't want people to be shy or not act like themselves. This will benefit your progression as people will see how you work and what tasks you are best suited to.
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