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Engineering Apprentice Review

at AWE

Degree Apprenticeship

Engineering

Aldermaston, Reading RG7, UK

Review Submitted: April 2026

Overall Rating

3.8 /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
4/5 - Skills Development
3.6/5 - 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
Varies depending on what tasks are given. Some days are more office-based, others include time out visiting plant-rooms and other buildings.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy learning about different systems within Engineering.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Improved understanding of engineering processes and regulations.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Good support including neurodiversity support/adjustments.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Reasonable adjustments.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
First year is relatively basic but still provides decent foundation of knowledge.
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

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend AWE to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good benefits.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to AWE?
n/a
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