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DTS Degree Apprentice - Business Analyst Review

at BAE Systems

Degree Apprenticeship

Business Management, Business Operations

Preston

Review Submitted: March 2026

Overall Rating

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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - 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
There are two seperate overviews of my role I must give. One as a Business Analyst, one as a Degree Apprentice. I have had no similar job for more than 6 months at a time due to a changing placement structure, but I have seen so much of the business in such a short time already. As a Business Analyst, you are to understand core technical and business environments for a variety of reasons that enable key development projects. You are a median between the technical and business functions and build realistic, cost-effective solutions that support both appropriately.
As a degree apprentice, you must be able to effectively balance work and study such that both get the appropriate focus. BAE Systems provides an incredibly strong and supportive environment to fulfil this.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
BAE Systems has provided an incredibly flexible and supportive environment for us to complete our University attendance whilst still maintaining full working hours and development opportunities.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Working is the fastest and most comprehensive manner in which to learn and develop any skill you are interested in. I have built up an incredibly deep understanding of professional conduct, business analysis, requirements solicitation, software development, and digital solution lifecycle management through my roles in the business.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
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

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Especially up North, BAE Systems is second to none in the benefits, experience, environment, and opportunities for anybody beginning their Career. You will find nothing like it.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Be confident, understand the benefits and limitations of working within a Defence and Aerospace environment for all functions, and be open if you do not know the answer.
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