Head of Research Software Engineering Review
at Newcastle University
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Computer Systems Engineering
Newcastle upon Tyne
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.8 /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
4/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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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 lead a team of 25 research software engineers. The team provides software engineering expertise to researchers across my institution. I am involved in setting policy in this area, managing a budget, and planning resource allocation to match staff with projects.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I love it, the people in the cohort are varied and interesting and the lecturers are very engaging and open to challenge and discussion.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learned to be reflexive and considering all angles of any situation that arises.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well organised, all the information is in a central place, and there are frequent reminders with links to key information between sessions.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
They're very supportive - I have been able to block off Fridays each week for study
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I have a skills coach whom I meet regularly, those support me with capturing evidence in the right way
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It's made me a more rounded leader and helped me plan further into the future.
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 mix of netwokring events, team building events and social activities
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Newcastle University to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The level of expertise and empathy from the lecturers is second to none
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Newcastle University?
You won't regret it!
Executive Assistant to Pro Vice Chancellor, Director and Deputy Director
- Level 3 Apprenticeship
- Newcastle upon Tyne
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