- Apprenticeships are for employees of all ages aged 18 and over, not in full-time education: this is a lifelong learning pathway (no age limit).
- Duration is 2 – 4 years depending on the programme. Ordnance, Munitions and Explosives takes 5 years for a full Degree Apprenticeship.
- Apprentices must be in relevant employment.
- If you are self-employed in Wales you can also apply.
- Apprentices must be eligible to work in the UK and receive a minimum salary of at least £12,000 per annum.
- Study part-time around work commitments.
- You are entitled to a wage, statutory holidays and paid time off to study.
- Suitable for all industry sectors and all business sizes.
- Cost is paid through Government funding — see funding pages for differences between companies based in England and Wales.
- Qualifications – UWTSD HNC / honours degree / MA with optional professional qualifications.