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Degree Apprentice Project Manager Review

at Avove

Degree Apprenticeship

Project Management

Midlands, UK

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!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.2/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
The company is great been made very welcome into the company and my team, been shown how to do the things I need to with experienced team members that all go out of their way to ensure I’m ok and learning things well I’ve really enjoyed the start of my career within the company.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
The university side is good but could be better with communication and not cram in delivery as it’s the learners they suffer.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes I’ve learnt how to build programs on MS Project and done a number of course relating to my role a key one was the SMSTS where I learned a lot about CDM and other important things that have helped me daily in my role on projects

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
It’s well put together and everyone involved is very understanding and helpful
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My team are amazing and always checking in ensuring I’m on track with my learning and day to day development within my role
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
They do reviews and everyone is easily contacted if any issues arise and they are helpful and ensure to do what they can to accommodate any needs if we have any issues
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I’m learning practically on the job daily so learning the theory and seeing it in reality is very helpful
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
The company have internal social pipelines and do roadshows and are supportive if you want to do other things away from your day job

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Avove to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great culture, great teams
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Avove?
Learn about the company and if possible about our involvement in projects and how you can contribute and help push the business forward
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