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Software Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Review

at BAE Systems

Degree Apprenticeship

Software Engineering

Warton, Preston PR4, UK

Review Submitted: March 2025

Overall Rating

4 /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 - 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:
4/5
I log in, work on some code, Wednesdays I go Blackpool for university, Friday i have half a university study day and the other half is working on my portfolio which is evidence for the apprenticeship
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I enjoy it quite a lot seeing as i enjoy coding, the flexi hours are a bonus

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes, plenty of software skills, IT skills. developed my communication and time management skills.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very organised, between 15 in the cohort we have 3 line managers and a placement manager, more than enough help
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Definitely receive enough, if help is required i know who to go to and i am confident they will help
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
I receive enough support
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
They provide us with the academic skills, could for evidence writing.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
Yes, plenty of networking events. not too sure about sports,.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They look after you, dont micromanage and plenty of opportunity
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Research the role and industry you're applying for, practise interview questions A LOT.
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