Project Manager Degree Apprentice Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Project Management
Warton, Lancashire
Review Submitted: March 2026
Overall Rating
3.1 /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!
2.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.2/5
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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:
3/5
Move placements annually, so each role differs to give a broad view of the Project Management function at different stages of the lifecycle. Often working on Spreadsheets, PowerPoints and some scheduling tools. Working closely with engineers to monitor delivery of milestones.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
2/5
Beneficial to get industry experience while also gaining a degree; however, there are elements of the overall programme that feel lengthy for no apparent reason and poorly managed.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Learnt new skills by applying project management principles in practice, also drawing from previous work experience.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
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?
I'd be on the fence whether I would recommend the pathway I took, maybe as a direct entry instead
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Research competency based interview and soft skills of the role you are applying for, using the STAR method to analyse your experience and reflect on how you would apply it to the role.
