Manufacturing Engineering Degree Apprentice Review
at BMW Group UK
Degree Apprenticeship
Engineering, Manufacturing
Westhampnett
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
Planning and implementation of new or changed production processes and machinery. Creating work instruction for production associates. Ensuring streamlined processes following lean manufacturing principles.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
There is a good variation of work with room for progression into other roles.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
CAD, BMW systems, communication, project management, etc
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Time spent within an assigned 'home' department where skills are learned within that technology. Potential for placements within other departments to support with your development. Fortnightly 1:1's with my line management to support my progression into a final role. Dedicated apprentice advisor to support with any HR topics, including moving into a final role at the end of my apprenticeship.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Fortnightly 1:1's with my line manager to go through any topics with agenda steered by myself. Apprentice advisor available if further support is required.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Lecturers are typically difficult to contact outside of teaching hours. However, during contact hours, they are usually able to support.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Project management and engineering skills learnt from degree that will translate directly into my role.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Football, apprentice networking groups, STEAM network group, pub quizes, etc.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BMW Group UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Big corporate company not too far from my hometown that supports in professional development. Competitive pay and benefits.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BMW Group UK?
Always think ahead, where do you see yourself over the next few years and how is your current path going to get you there?
