DTS Apprentice Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Information Technology
Warton, Lancashire
Review Submitted: March 2026
Overall Rating
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
3/5
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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 day involves sitting in meetings with my team, doing some work that they delegate to me as well as letting me contribute to various projects, making me feel like a valued member of the team.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I really enjoy my time at BAE Systems, however it can get boring sometimes as often I might not have too much to be getting on with
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
Using the Atlassian suite, communication with others, more concise writing, business attitude and more
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
It feels very organised and any changes made to the flow of the scheme are done in accordance with managers as well as ensuring we are supported
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive a lot through my skills coach and other people that can I reach out to for any enquiries
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Cranfield University can be volatile and not helpful sometimes, with feedback being short and sometimes completely off topic or non-helpful
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
2/5
It can range from a slight association to completely off topic and non-helpful in the first stages of the University
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
Yes but I am currently not part of any
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Its an amazing place to work and everyone within the business widely supports each other
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Come in with an open mind
