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BAE Systems

Apprentice Review

at BAE Systems

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Barrow-in-Furness

Review Submitted: May 2025

Overall Rating

3.5 /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 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
3.2/5 - 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
Currently in college doing course work once finished with time in college will move into a training facility
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy it very much as I find it fun to do the work we are given

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes. Welding, Brazing and Fabrication/fitting skills

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
0/5
Very well organised
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I would say lots with things like work check ups and review meetings
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Lots with things like college and training facilities
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I would say a lot as it teaches us how to do our job
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
Not to my knowledge

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It’s a great apprenticeship with lots of great experiences
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Come prepared and have basic knowledge of your course
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