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Metrology Review

at BAE Systems

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Barrow-in-Furness

Review Submitted: April 2026

Overall Rating

3.5 /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!

3.5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
3.2/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
I’m not sure on what I do yet but what I know has been going well
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
There are some issues with college but overall I’m having an average experience

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I know a lot more about BAE and college than I did when I first started

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
There have been some issues in the beginning up until January time
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I don’t really need support but if I do I know who to go to
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
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.)
2/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Because they support and give you a good prospect for the future
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Be yourself and work hard towards what you need
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