Level 6 APEP degree apprentice Review
at JLR
Degree Apprenticeship
Engineering, Manufacturing
Gaydon
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
3.9 /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
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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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:
4/5
I work in additive manufacturing and 3D printers. On a day-to-day basis i work with software such as CAD, topology optimisation, build preparation software and so on. I think of new strategies to implement into the team whether that be machines, technologies, materials and so on.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy my programme.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learnt many new skills in my role. I learned how to use finite element analysis, topology optimisation, CAD, excel and data managing, programming and so on.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
My programme is well structured
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive a lot of support from my employer
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I receive a lot of support from my training provider
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
My qualification through my training provider helps a decent amount, as we do learn some CAD and programming but the mathematical analysis or other subsets of engineering such as electrical is not used at all
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
Yes there are many professional networking events, a lot of social activities to indulge in.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend JLR to a friend?
Yes
Why?
JLR is a supportive and safe environment that provides a lot of opportunity on the interests you find best.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to JLR?
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