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The Army

Op MI Review

at The Army

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Armed Forces

Aldershot

Review Submitted: May 2025

Overall Rating

3.6 /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
3.2/5 - 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
Working on a computer, analysis, producing products, delivering briefs.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I think the programme is good, I believe it helps develop the foundation skills of the job.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes I have developed existing skills and techniques such as analysis and writing.
I have learnt new skills such as using different software.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
It is fairly organized, however some issues have arisen with meetings being moved due to the mentor booking holiday, this could have been avoided if they used an FOE.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
The employer gives support and time to complete the apprenticeship.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
The training provider gives lots of support to working towards this qualification.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
It provides a good background knowledge and helps develop and refresh skills.
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
There are multiple extra curricular activities with my work which include social events, sport and adventurous training.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend The Army to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Because it pays well, it provides good robust training and amazing opportunities.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to The Army?
To research the different roles and have a long think about whether this job is for them.
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