Data Science Apprentice Review
at British Airways
Degree Apprenticeship
Data Analysis
London
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.4 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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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:
5/5
My role involves gaining hands-on experience in applying data science techniques to solve real business problems. This includes working with a team of data professionals to analyse large datasets, develop dashboards and models using utilising different tools that support decision-making across the business.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I find the programme and industry quite enjoyable as it gives me the chance to apply techniques to real business problems and see the impact of my work in its operations.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
-Technical skills - SQL, Python, Tableau etc.
-Analytical
-Collaboration
-Analytical
-Collaboration
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is well-organised, with a clear structure that balances on-the-job learning and academic study. There’s good support in place from both my team and training providers.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Constant support from team and managers at the workplace.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
University managers and course instructors are easily contactable for support so can reach out anytime/book one to ones.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
2/5
On-the-job there is more learning and may develop certain skills/knowledge before it’s covered with the training provider however information taught in the qualification does allow to gain a better understanding that may be useful later 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.)
5/5
A lot of opportunities to get involved in.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend British Airways to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great place and interesting industry to work for.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to British Airways?
Show your passion and get involved in extra curricular activities.
