Digital Technology Solutions Degree Apprentice Review
at JLR
Degree Apprenticeship
Software Engineering
Gaydon
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
4.3 /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
5/5
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Skills Development
4.2/5
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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:
4/5
I am a degree apprentice so that means I work full time in JLR and study part time in the University of Warwick. On a day-to-day basis I work with my team with software development and I have the opportunity to do various different placements according to my interests. I also go to university for 1 block week every term or so and have 1 study day a week to work on my assignments and university work.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy the programme a lot as it is very flexible and is mainly hybrid which means I can work from home a lot of the time. There is so many opportunities to learn and engage in different teams so it is definitely enjoyable. The work life balance is good as long as you are able to manage your workload and university work well.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes, I have learnt so many new skills and different coding languages, software techniques, ways of working, how to create data products and so much more
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
It is quite well organised and I am always aware of what I am doing / where I need to go when.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive a lot of support from my employer and they are very easy to talk to.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I receive a lot of support when asking for it towards my apprenticeship. Sometimes you need to guide yourself and put yourself in opportunities but if you ever need help you can always ask.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It gives me structure and I know what to work towards throughout my entire apprenticeship
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
There are many different communities and societies at work and many activities to get involved in for all kinds of people.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend JLR to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It's a great working environment, they are very inclusive and they provide lots of support.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to JLR?
Research the company and its values and express passion about the field you want to go in.
