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What will I study on this apprenticeship standard?

Year 1Year 2Year 3
• Engineering mathematics and computing• Further mathematics and computing for engineering• Supply chain management
• Electrical engineering and instrumentation• Control and automation• Further non metallic component manufacturing
• Manufacturing processes and materials engineering• Professional engineering and sustainable manufacturing • Industry 4.0
• Fundamentals of science for engineers• Multidisciplinary design• Industrial project with end point assessment
• Professional development for engineers
• Machining, joining and thermal processing• Advanced and modern materials
• Introduction to design and CAD/CAM• Manufacturing systems• Design of composites
• Operations management.• Further science for engineers.
One unit can also be chosen from the following:
• Mould and tooling design
• Lubrication and wear.

Degree apprenticeship entry requirements:

You will need one of the following:

  • A minimum of two A-Levels at grade B or above, which must include mathematics or further math and of the following: Physics, biology, chemistry or engineering
  • An engineering BTEC Level 3 with at least 120 credits at DM (Distinction Merit) level or above
  • National extended diploma in engineering with at least 180 credits at DDM level
  • An engineering BTEC Extended Diploma with at least 180 credits at MMM level
  • Level 3 Cambridge Technical Diploma in engineering (VRQ) at DM or above
  • Level 3 Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in engineering (VRQ) at DDM
  • Level 3 Foundation Technical Level Engineering at D or above and one A-level at grade B from the list above
  • Level 4 HNC (Merit)
  • Level HND (Merit)
  • EAL Diploma in an engineering-based subject at distinction level
  • T-Level Engineering Qualifications with distinction overall and B or above in core

Candidates with a HND or Foundation Degree or who have completed the second year of a degree in a relevant subject can be assessed for direct entry onto the 2nd or 3rd year of the programme (BEng top-up), but 1st year entry or an alternative pathway may still be recommended.

Candidates who have not studied in the UK can submit transcripts for qualifications equivalent to level 3 which the admissions panel will review and may be taken in lieu of the specified qualifications.

Applicants are also required to successfully complete a series of assessments at the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre, as well as an employer recruitment and selection process to secure a place on an apprenticeship programme.

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Sam Redgrave

"We only get one life, learn as much as you can, do as much as you can and enjoy it."

Sam Redgrave - Niftylift