190 likes | 206 Views
Discover Higher and Degree Apprenticeships; earn while studying, achieve qualifications up to Master's level, get paid with real job prospects. Learn more about application process, potential earnings, and valuable tips.
E N D
What are Higher or Degree Apprenticeships? An opportunity to: Earn while you learn – degree without debt!
What is an apprenticeship? Qualifications that combine an 80/20 split of your time A qualification led by employers - you spend most of your time with them HE (18+) without the need for a tuition loan (up to £9250pa) You will be paid at least the minimum wage HE courses level 4 – 7 (Foundation degree to Masters) A professional qualification and a degree, if you study a degree apprenticeship
What do apprentices do? “Apprentices spend most of their first year at college, learning the fundamentals of engineering. Practical experience of the workplace takes place in a manufacturing plant or vehicle workshop outside term-time. Attendance at college drops down to two days per week in the second year, while attendance at work increases. This is later followed by block-release study towards BEng Applied Engineering at University” Engineering Degree Apprenticeship, Jaguar Landrover
Higher and Degree Apprenticeship The Midlands Engine
Higher Apprenticeship (HA) - Levels 4 - 7 A HA has to last at leastone year but to achieve a full degree this could be 3 years+ Level 4 and 5 – equivalent to a HE Certificate, HE Diploma or a Foundation DegreeLevel 6 – equivalent to a Honours Degree Level 7 – Masters Degree
Degree Apprenticeship (DA) - Levels 6 & 7 DA has to last at least one year but in most cases lasts 3 years DA achieve a full Honours degree as a core aspect of the apprenticeship How will you be tested? Academic learning AND your professional career skills
Myths, busted…. "It won't help my job prospects" Stats from The Office of National Statistics 25% of university degree graduates were paid less in their 1st year than the £11.10 average for those on HADA apprenticeships 85% of people who complete an apprenticeship will stay in that sector 64% of apprentices stay with the same employer with which they did their course
Don’t be under any illusions…. it’s hard! Challenging job, working a min of 30 hours per week and studying for a degree What grades do I need? Unilever requires five GCSEs including English and maths and two A-levels Deloitte requires 96 UCAS points, GCSEs in English language (6/7) and maths (4/5) Network Rail requires A-level grades A-C, plus maths and English GCSEs minimum grade 4/5
HOW to apply Find an Apprenticeship: www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship Or here: The Student Room - www.thestudentroom.co.uk UCAS - www.UCAS.com
Apprenticeship website’s https://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship https://www.getingofar.gov.uk/ https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/
WHEN to apply There is no fixed deadline to apply, unlike UCAS university applications. Vacancies appear throughout the year, so it is definitely worth registering for alerts at www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship *Don’t wait until the deadline to make an application. Some companies close their recruitment as soon as they have enough candidates
What else is in the booklet? Application tips Application process and assessment centres Companies that offer HADA and potential courses Living at home Living away Budgeting and cooking for yourself Useful websites Parent guide pull out
Get a real job and continue your education up to degree level. Earn a competitive salary while all your training is paid for. Gain hands-on experience and learn skills that employers want, helping shape your future career.