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NatWest Group

Apprentice - Data Science L6 Review

at NatWest Group

Degree Apprenticeship

Data Analysis

Manchester

Review Submitted: May 2025

Overall Rating

3.8 /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!

3.5/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
3.6/5 - 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'm working as a data scientist. My day-to-day involves coding, model monitoring, documentation, dashboarding and analysing data,
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
Whilst I do enjoy it a decent amount, I do think there is room for improvement.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Coding, Machine Learning, Data science, Python, SQL, Pyspark, debugging code, setting up environments.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
It's not bad.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Attending check ins, weekly catchups and answering any questions I may have.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Good support, always respond to emails and provide support when asked for help.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
It does help as it gives me room to learn in an academic environment which can then be applied to my day-to-day tasks.
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
Yes

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend NatWest Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great support, good place to start your career, chances for career progression, flexible work hours, good environment to grow.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to NatWest Group?
Read about the company's core values and make sure they align with your own.
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