Rating

8.5/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • A wide variety of Mechanical engineering activities across different placements in the Mechanical engineering sector. Placements have been in teams such as design, materials lab, thermal analysis and manufacturing

    9/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Learnt lots of new skills in engineering, both practical and office based. Had opportunity to develop existing skills too.

    9/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • It has been an excellent programme, met lots of new people, gain valuable experience.

    9/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • Very well organised and structured, ensures a broad range of placements and modules at university.

    10/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • I received as much support as I've needed, only ever had to ask for extra support if required and it has always been received.

    10/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • Some support, University is mediocre, support usually comes through the workplace.

    4/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • It helps some what, mostly experience gained on the job has helped.

    7/10

  • 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.)
  • Yes, lots of sports teams and clubs. Lots of work with schools.

    10/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend MBDA to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • Brilliant place to work, lots of benefits and opportunity for career progression. I have enjoyed the almost 4 years working there.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to MBDA?
  • Showcase yourself, MBDA often look at the character rather than technical knowledge. If you're a good fit in MBDA, they will want you to join the team.


Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Mechanical Engineering

Stevenage

May 2024


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