Undergraduate: BEng (Hons) Manufacturing Engineering Manufacturing Engineer
Introduction
Our Manufacturing Engineer Degree Apprenticeship will help develop you into a competent professional manufacturing engineer able to meet current and future industry needs and make a real impact in the workplace. Study for an honours degree in Manufacturing Engineering while you work, with no tuition fees.
Course highlights
- Gain the knowledge and behaviours to excel within manufacturing engineering environments
- Develop the advanced skills and manufacturing techniques to meet the evolving demands of the industry and future proof your career
- Study while you work, with no tuition fees
- Work-based approach allows you to deliver impact in the workplace as you learn
This apprenticeship is ideal if you're looking to start a career in manufacturing engineering or have experience but no formal qualification.
The course builds valuable industry-specific skills in product design and manufacturing processes, combining theoretical concepts with a high degree of technical proficiency. It will prepare you for an exciting career as a competent, professional manufacturing engineer who can make a real impact in the workplace.
Key facts
An apprenticeship is a job with training, combining practical experience with academic learning.
At least 20% of your contracted working hours will be classed as 'off-the-job'. This time will be dedicated to developing the knowledge and skills needed to meet the requirements of the apprenticeship, and therefore are not part of your usual work duties.
The off-the-job learning will be delivered through online university-led learning sessions and activities, face-to-face workshops, and practical learning experiences in your usual work setting.
The off-the-job learning for our Manufacturing Engineer Degree Apprenticeship is delivered online with one-day workshops on our Peterborough campus every other week.
Assessment
You will be assessed at the end of each module you undertake (on-programme assessments) which will contribute towards the final award of your qualification.
You will also undertake an End Point Assessment (EPA) to complete your apprenticeship.
The EPA for this apprenticeship is independently assessed and takes place when all on-programme assessments have been successfully passed.
Careers
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will have a university-level qualification as well as a minimum of four years’ relevant work experience. The skills, knowledge and experience you develop during the course will arm you with the tools for a rewarding career in manufacturing engineering.
Entry requirements
In addition to the person specifications that have been set out by your employer, these are the entry requirements for the course.
- Employment in a suitable role on a permanent contract exceeding 30 hours per week
- Employer support to undertake this course
- Confirmed eligibility to be funded as an apprentice as set out within the ESFA’s Funding Rules
- A completed Skills Scan and Initial Assessment discussion
- Evidence of grade B/5 in GCSE Maths, and grade C/4 GCSEs in at least four subjects including English*
- Evidence of 96 UCAS Tariff Points including at least two subjects at A Level or other Level 3 equivalent e.g. BTEC National Certificate/Diploma attracting at least 96 UCAS points or successful completion of the Foundation Year course at Level 3 offered by ARU Peterborough, including the relevant optional module(s) in Engineering**
Advanced entry will be considered for students who have completed HNC/D in Engineering with average merit grade or higher.
What our apprentices say
Kerry
“My degree apprenticeship will set me up with skills for life. My day-to-day job is supplemented by the theory I'm learning on my course. I’ve really noticed how far I've come.”
KerryARU Degree Apprentice
Pritam
"I strongly recommend a degree apprenticeship as an excellent way to build, and kick start your career. The experience and knowledge that I have ascertained is simply invaluable."
PritamDegree Apprentice
Alex
"My apprenticeship has allowed me to work in a range of different departments and in locations across the globe. From supplier account management, price negotiations, quality assessment and strategic sourcing."
AlexDegree Apprentice
