OCCUPATIONAL PROFILE

Software engineers design, build and test high-quality software solutions. They apply engineering principles to all stages of the software development process, from requirements, analysis and design to development, always ensuring security is robust. They typically work as part of a collaborative team.

This degree apprenticeship will give you all the skills and experience you need to work as a software engineer. You’ll study part-time on campus at Queen Mary, learning alongside students on our standard BSc programmes.

On the other days of the week, you’ll carry out work-based learning with one of our partner employers:

• BBC
• Broadridge Financial
• Experian
• GlaxoSmithKline
• Global
• Goji Investments
• Goldman Sachs
• IBM
• John Lewis
• KPMG
• Sapphire Systems
• Xantura

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

You’ll attend Queen Mary two days per week during term-time for lectures and laboratory sessions, and spend the remaining three days with your employer.

On campus you’ll receive approximately 5-10 hours of weekly contact time, comprising lectures, laboratory sessions and tutorial sessions.

For every module taught, you’ll complete a further 8-10 hours of independent study.

Further information about teaching, facilities and assessment is available from the Queen Mary website.

CAREER PROGRESSION

After successfully completing a BSc, most degree apprentices continue on their career path as a member of staff within their organisation.

What qualifications will I receive?

At the end of this apprenticeship, you will be awarded the BSc (Hons) in Digital and Technology Solutions (Software Engineer).

Entry requirements

See the Queen Mary website for full entry requirements.

Fees and funding

Apprentices are not required to contribute financially towards Apprenticeship training. Employers can learn more about the apprenticeship levy. In addition, you will earn a salary while you study.