Degree Apprentice Review

Create AVA models that will be used within the business.

Learnt how to create 3D models and create basic simulations. Learn some engineering basics at college.

Made some good friends. Other than that I am not enjoying that much.

We are treated like children at college but it is slightly better in plant. We are more walking money makers in most eyes.

College has terrible organisation, with very last minute decisions. In department is better but is over organised (if there can be such thing)

Very little. Some college lecturers will just turn up to lessons and expect you to just do assignments with no guidance.

There is a learning manager than you can see if you are struggling but as they are you employer there is little you can really say without drawbacks.

The pay is very good. Very competitive and better than most other apprenticeships out there. If you want a good wage this is the one to do!

Employee work scheme allows you to use £200 each year to learn something new outside of work.

No

The pay is good but not very rewarding. Either filling time with little tasks or doing large project in short timescales. I would personally advise my friends to do other things like university.

Be yourself in interviews, make sure that this is what you want to go into as you are tied in for at least 6 years plus 2ish after that if you don't want to pay back uni fees.