Degree Apprenticeship Questions

How do i stand out from everybody else applying the same apprenticeships as me?

Degree apprenticeships can be a great alternative to university and are offered in lots of different subjects.
Today I am going to share some answers to common questions about degree apprenticeships so you have everything you need to start your apprenticeship search!
What qualification do you get?
If you complete a higher apprenticeship, then you will get a higher education qualification such as a HND or a foundation degree.
If you complete a degree apprenticeship, then you will get a full bachelor’s or master’s degree.
What are the benefits for apprentices?
There are quite a few! Including:
- You will earn a salary from your employer whilst studying.
- You will gain real work experience.
- You'll gain lots of knowledge from the degree side and get to try this out on the job.
- You will have access to a wide range of support services from the university as you will be a student.
How do I become an apprentice?
You will apply through the employer as you need to be employed to do an apprenticeship. The website ‘Find an Apprenticeship’ can be used to search for vacancies at companies that run apprenticeship programmes.
Applications are similar to job applications so you may be asked to attend interviews and submit a CV.
How long are apprenticeships?
This can vary, typically they are between 3 and 5 years.
How much does it cost?
Nothing! The cost is covered by your employer so you will not build up any student debt. You will also be paid a salary by your employer whilst completing the apprenticeship.
You can find out lots more information about degree apprenticeships and the subjects we offer at this link: https://bit.ly/3W9Xb2m
Feel free to ask any questions or share your experience if you are a degree apprentice!
Sophie.
BCU Student Rep.

I’m looking to do a degree apprenticeship for diagnostic radiography but there are no jobs hiring in Birmingham at the moment. Do you know when the applications come out?

Hi Sophie, apologies if this is a weird question – just feeling slightly nervous. If you have an offer for a degree apprenticeship, do you just need to meet the minimum requirements? I assume the university provider will accept you as long as you meet those. Thanks in advance.

Hi Sophie, apologies if this is a weird question – just feeling slightly nervous. If you have an offer for a degree apprenticeship, do you just need to meet the minimum requirements? I assume the university provider will accept you as long as you meet those. Thanks in advance.