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with Dr Gavin Bowen-Metcalf from Anglia Ruskin University

Are you eager to take on a career in engineering? Engineering apprenticeships offer students at all levels the opportunity to acquire hands-on skills and real-world experience while on the path towards becoming a qualified engineer. In this guide, we'll take you through the process of applying for an engineering apprenticeship, including invaluable advice from employers on what they seek in an apprentice.

Maisy Sinclair is in her third year of a four-year degree apprenticeship in software engineering, in digital partnership with PwC and Queen's University Belfast.

Do you want to start a career in construction among experienced professionals? Construction apprenticeships offer the perfect way to gain practical skills and real-world experience on the route to becoming a qualified tradesperson or construction manager. In this guide, we walk you through applying for a construction apprenticeship with tips from employers about what they look for in an apprentice.

Amy Lauder is in her third year of a four-year Level 6 graduate apprenticeship with aerospace company Leonardo. She will qualify with a BEng (Hons) in Engineering: Design and Manufacture from the University of Strathclyde.

Take a look at our tailored guides and get access to top tips from employers and existing apprentices to guide you through the application process.

Discover real-life stories from current apprentices, including how they landed the role and what day-to-day life as an apprentice is like.

Listen to our live studio podcasts about all things degree apprenticeships, including how they differ from traditional degrees, why you might be suitable for one, and where they're available.

What’s involved in an engineering degree apprenticeship? Find out more with our podcast hosted by Katie Thistleton.

It's always a great time to educate students on the pathway that combines education, experience and salary, all under one roof.

Here at UCAS we’re used to talking to students about their university choices – so our experience should prove to be handy for your apprenticeships too.

Instead of taking A levels after school, Santina started her Level 3 apprenticeship at civil engineering company, Arup, aged 16. Here she speaks about her experience, including why she chose an apprenticeship, what makes a good apprentice, and how she manages working and studying at the same time.

Following the success of our Clearing Choices Podcast series, our Apprenticeships Podcast Series gives you the chance to promote your brand to our database of around 700,000 students searching for their future path.

Hundreds of thousands of students interested in becoming an apprentice can explore all their options

By Liz Gorb, Director of Apprenticeships at Manchester Metropolitan University, Sharon Blyfield, Head

The key influencers of young people making decisions about their choices after school are unaware of

As well as helping thousands of students and teachers across the country via the UCAS Hub, and at over

As part of National Apprenticeship Week 2020, Ben Jordan, from our Strategy Team, looks at UCAS’ support

A new initiative aimed at helping students understand the latest information and advice about new degree

Undergraduate degrees are not the only route through higher education, yet most students don’t have access

Ellie Rowley, Fair Access Programme Lead at UCAS

A record number of disadvantaged students have secured a place at university and college this year, according