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Project Management Apprentice Review

at BAE Systems

Degree Apprenticeship

Project Management

Warton, Lancashire

Review Submitted: April 2026

Overall Rating

4.4 /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 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.4/5 - 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 first placement in an operational role, BAU activities include coordinating and running the monthly operational review with stakeholders, tracking compliancy ensuring strong governance frameworks are being maintained, consistent use of the LCMS System.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I like how you get an insight into practical and theoretical practices, with Uni and Placement. The apprenticeship is well structured, supported and beneficial for development

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Developed skills such as leadership, teamwork and collaboration, stakeholder engagement and schedule management, as well as dipping into risk management.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Well structured in terms of balancing out apprenticeship activities, University work and placement work, with support systems and networks in place if you are struggling to balance aspects of the scheme.
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?
4/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
Ive got involved in a stretch project called the APM Challenge, where myself and my team executed a workshop for primary children around the theme of sustainability, ive also recently applied to be an ethics officer

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Its a good, strong company to work for, with so much opportunity for travel, exposure and growth opportunities
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
research the company and job role before hand, take into consideration BAEs values
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