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Reply 1

Clearing and Applications Advisor

Original post by Queen Cersei

Do TSR offer any apprenticeships?

Or is this something you're considering?

Reply 2

Blackstarr

I had a look at these and most of the links seem to be directed at males, how about females?

Reply 3

findingFelix

Hi all!

Come over and chat on my link as being a start-up Recruitment Agency looking for non-graduate students, who are innovative and looking for a better alternative, than sticking out in a course to get a degree that they might not get to even use properly in the proffessional world. Don't fear what you lack but what you can gain. Where I and my team are working to find the best solutions to getting you into work but not just any job. A proffessional career, that can allow you to express your true worth. So come along and start the convo! I look forward to hearing from yourself and getting you on the road to a real career!!!

Reply 4

Amieowen

Hi what jobs is there that you can do an apprenticeship i?

Reply 5

Corbett1984

Hi I am currently home studying with ICS learning AAT level 2 and looking for getting an apprenticeship or training to help me further my career can anybody suggest anything I am in my 30's so older than typical apprentice but I am hoping my age will not stop me from getting a career

Reply 6

hamzaahmad786

Amieowen,

You can do apprenticeships in a staggering number of disciplines that offer varied jobs. There are too many too list however below are a few links that will direct you to a website to search apprenticeships:

1. The government's own apprenticeship search portal - https://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship

2. GetMyFirstJob - https://www.getmyfirstjob.co.uk/

3. Don't forget to search for apprenticeships of the inidividual websites of employers, they list many vacancies that don't alwayss appear on job boards like Indeed, Total jobs, Reed, Monster etc.

hamza ahmad luton 786 hertfordshire hamzaahmad786

(edited 7 years ago)

Reply 7

QA Apprenticeships

Official Rep

Hi everyone!

I can see that you are looking into University alternative career options. I was in the same boat 2 years ago when deciding what to do after sixth form as I wanted to further my studies but didn’t want the huge amount of uni debt that came with it.

I came across QA apprenticeships through a friend, and knew it was the right option for me. An apprenticeship is a great way to get a job, experience and qualifications (up to a degree) all debt free.

After one year, I have graduated with my L3 digital marketing apprenticeship, have professional work experience working on a variety of projects with senior managers and now have a full-time job!

If you are interested, It would be worth looking into some of the apprenticeship programmes QA offer.

As an apprentice grad, I am happy to help answer any questions you may have about apprenticeships to help you make the right career choice so, drop us a message on our profile if you'd like to have a chat or reply to our message on this thread :smile:

Amrit
QA Apprenticeships Team

Reply 8

Ahmedjumeh

What do u need to do to get a degree apprenticeship- apparently it's nearly impossible and you will need to be favourable in the eyes of the employer.

Reply 9

squirrology

Original post by Ahmedjumeh

What do u need to do to get a degree apprenticeship- apparently it's nearly impossible and you will need to be favourable in the eyes of the employer.

It is ultimately dependent on the employer itself but usually, in order to get a degree apprenticeship, you would need at least 2-3 A-Levels in order to apply for them. When I applied for my degree apprenticeship I only needed 80 UCAS Tariff points. Additionally, it isn't "Impossible" to get a degree apprenticeship, however, you need to prove to the employer that you have what it takes to do the degree apprenticeship in the first place and what you want to get out of it.

(edited 6 years ago)

Reply 10

rudd1168

Hi
I would like to do a chemical engineering apprenticeship, but where is the best place to look? I have tried contacting employers but I get a generic reply stating to look at that section of their website. I want to actually have a conversation! Is anyone able to help me please?

Reply 11

Apprenticeships Advice

Official Rep

Hi,
Have you tried searching on the .GOV.UK website, I'll leave the link below. The search page holds thousands of vacancies. By using key words, (e.g. Chemical engineering) your location and willingness to travel (e.g10-20miles) it will bring up live vacancies available within that area and relating to your key words :smile:

Good luck!
https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/
apprenticeshipsearch

Reply 12

rudd1168

Original post by Apprenticeships Advice

Good luck!
https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/
apprenticeshipsearch

Thanks very much. I'll give it a look

Reply 13

student32610

Is there anyway of getting into STEM careers via an apprenticeship or does it have to be through academia?

Reply 14

DayneD89

Original post by student32610

Is there anyway of getting into STEM careers via an apprenticeship or does it have to be through academia?

I'm on a software engineering apprenteship so they do exist. I guess it depends what STEM subject or role you're interested in.

Reply 15

student32610

Original post by DayneD89

I'm on a software engineering apprenteship so they do exist. I guess it depends what STEM subject or role you're interested in.

Thinking of going into physics or engineering so it seems unlikely, thanks

Reply 16

d2018b

Hi guys,

Anyone at the Career unlocked stage for the PWC school leaver scheme in assurance, if so what's it like and how is the numerical and abstract reasoning. I have already practiced the tests on the website-is it like that or harder?

Thanks and good luck for those applying :smile:

Reply 17

_chlo

Original post by Queen Cersei

Welcome to Apprenticeships & alternatives to uni! :badger:

Hi, I hate my apprenticeship, it's in a law firm but I dont know what to do as I want to be able to afford to run a car. Can I also mention I am recovering from a stroke so extremely tired but can't afford to reduce my hours.

Reply 18

jessshaw1236

I am second year in college and i am looking for an apprenticeship in Hairdressing and i was wondering if anyone knows where any apprenticeships are for Hairdressing level 2?.

Reply 19

mw18

Hi, I've got an offer to warwick for psychology, but I am considering the option of an apprenticeship - however, I dont know that not doing a degree and working through an apprenticeship will limit my career prospects in the long term, in terms of the level of position I would eligible for?