APPRENTICESHIPS DEMYSTIFIED

Hear from young people who chose the degree apprenticeship route in this short video from Warwick University

Is a degree apprenticeship a viable alternative to going to university?

University isn’t the right pathway for everyone but this shouldn’t limit your opportunities when it comes to securing your dream career. Some young people are keen to get out into the world of work straight after school, and a degree or higher apprenticeship could be a great way to make this first step

Degree level apprenticeships combine part-time academic study (usually at an agreed university or training provider chosen by the employer to match the needs of the job role) with the majority of your time spent with your employer in the workplace gaining hands on training and experience Your employer will also foot the bill for all your academic tuition fees at uni, meaning no student debt Degree apprenticeships typically take between three and six years to complete, depending on the course level and the industry

Its definitely not an easy option: competition is fierce for the limited number of places offered, and the application process can be lengthy and complex

However for a lot of industries (notably Business, Finance, IT, Engineering, Digital Marketing, Logistics, Allied Healthcare, even Law) a degree apprenticeship can offer a smart and highly cost-effective way to get ahead of the field!

Pros and cons of degree apprenticeships discussed in this UCAS film

Elbert Hubbard

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