Understanding apprenticeships
In essence, an apprenticeship is a job. You’ll spend 80% of the working week at your place of employment, and 20% at your place of study.
You’ll earn a salary, and your course fees will be covered by your employer and the government. You just need to be willing to manage your time between work and study.
There are many different apprenticeships you can apply for depending on your existing qualifications across a broad range of different industries.
Explore our apprenticeships guide to find out everything you need to know.
Apprenticeships in England
There’s a wide range of apprenticeships for over 1,500 job roles. Find out more about what’s available, what to consider, as well as how to find and apply for vacancies.
Apprenticeships in Scotland
There’s a wide range of apprenticeships available at different levels. Find out more about what’s on offer, what to consider, as well as how to find and apply for vacancies.
Apprenticeships in Wales
Apprenticeships are available across a wide range of sectors and job roles. Find out more about what’s on offer, what to consider, as well as how to find and apply for vacancies.
Apprenticeships in Northern Ireland
There’s a growing range of apprenticeships at different levels. Find out more about what’s on offer, what to consider, as well as how to find and apply for vacancies.
The UCAS Hub
Explore your options, favourite your interests, and create your UCAS application all in one place. Get started with your UCAS Hub.
Which? Apprenticeships hub
Find great information about apprenticeships in the UK, from Which?.
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