Degree Apprenticeships The Sixth Formers’ Guide Welcome to The Sixth Formers’ Guide to Degree Apprenticeships I am delighted to introduce you to The Sixth Formers’ Guide to Degree Apprenticeships , the new guide for sixth form students, parents and careers advisers at schools and colleges. This guide provides information for sixth form school-leavers who are looking Apprenticeships are first and foremost a job, so you’ll get hands-on experience to develop the skills, abilities and knowledge you need to become successful in your chosen profession or occupation. This guide provides a unique insight into the many different degree
apprenticeships that are now available, guidance on how to make successful applications to apprenticeship employers, and a wealth of case studies about degree apprentices working in different industries and business sectors. I am absolutely committed to making sure people get every opportunity to learn and to get on and to lead better, more rewarding and fulfilled lives. That’s why I’m so keen to ensure that young people understand the range of routes available to them when they
not just for an alternative to university but a different experience that will lead to a university degree or professional qualification, as well as invaluable work experience. The higher education offered in this country is world leading. Our universities provide opportunities for people to follow their passions and to expand their horizons. However, not everyone wants to do a full-time university course, and for many sixth formers who know the type of job or career they’re interested in before they leave
Baroness Jacqui Smith Minister for Skills & Apprenticeships
leave full-time education. Apprenticeships are vital channels for economic growth and opportunity for everybody – and I urge every young person to consider an apprenticeship when thinking about their future.
school or college, degree apprenticeships offer an exciting route combining employment with study. Apprenticeships are an ‘earn-as-you-learn’ route – you will have no tuition fees or training costs, and will earn a salary throughout your apprenticeship.
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