Rating

8.4/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • As a first year pipefitting apprentice, i only really have experience working in college, where we do both academic and practical work. The college has been really helpful in regards to giving us a basic knowledge on what will come in the yard.

    8/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I’ve learned many skills that will come in handy in the yard. Both practically and academically.

    8/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • My colleagues have helped with the programme, when it comes to any problems with work etc, everyone helps each other out.

    8/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • I think the programme is structured well, I just wish there was more clarity between college and my employer, due to a few hiccups throughout the year.

    7/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • Apprentices receive lots of help when needed.

    10/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • The lecturers do everything they can to support you throughout the year.

    10/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • I think it gives me a better understanding of the job role, which relates well with what we will be doing in the yard.

    9/10

  • 8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
  • i’m not sure

    7/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • BAE have one of the best apprenticeship schemes in the west of scotland, as well as being a fast flowing company.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
  • keep on top of all your outstanding work.


Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Glasgow

May 2023


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