Apprenticeships

Thanks to our unique connections into industry, we are one of the largest providers of higher and degree apprenticeships in England.

In the past year, over 3,000 apprentices earned a full degree while working in a paid full-time job. They gained real experience on the job, and their employers paid the tuition fees. Students can choose from a wide range of undergraduate diplomas and bachelors degrees to postgraduate masters.

Awarded a ‘Good’ by Ofsted in January 2022

Emphasising our commitment to our apprenticeship offering

Top 5 largest apprenticeship provider in the UK

Offering a large portfolio of specialist programmes

Our apprentices are aged 18 - 70

With the average age 28

What we offer

We're powering the future of higher and degree apprenticeships, the work-based route to higher education that offers on the job training alongside a qualification. This approach opens doors to a range of career opportunities for apprentices and helps employers to develop their workforce. 

Exciting careers you could progress with us include becoming chartered manager, senior leader, technical specialist, biomedical scientist, teacher, nurse, social worker or police constable. 

Why choose us for apprenticeships?

Our experience

Spanning different occupations and sectors, higher and degree apprenticeships are developed by industry bodies through the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE). Our courses are constantly evolving to meet employer needs. They are taught by our leading experts and top professionals, making use of the industry-leading and cutting-edge campus facilities. 

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Our connections

We've established long-standing relationships with many employers, driven by our passion and commitment towards the apprenticeships scheme.


Sub-contracting policy

We're committed to delivering exceptional standards of learning and to provide a broad offer of learning opportunities and choice to all learners. To support this, we may enter into both subcontracted (provision subcontracting) with a number of organisations. For further information, read our sub-contracting policy

Contact us today

Whether you're looking to become an apprentice or hire for your business, our friendly team are on hand to answer your questions.

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