Engineering apprenticeships in Leicester

A career in engineering can take you pretty much anywhere, from the bottom of the ocean to the deep reaches of space.

Living and working in Leicester

With a proud 2000-year history, Leicester is a city rich in cultural and historical significance. Leicester Cathedral is the final resting place of King Richard III, following the discovery of his body by a team of archaeologists in 2012. It is also home to the National Space City, the Highcross shopping centre, a bustling nightlife and hospitality sector, plus the Museum and Art Gallery. The city is surrounded by rolling countryside and picturesque villages, with the magical Charnwood Forest within easy reach.

Engineering apprenticeships

An apprenticeship can offer you a hands-on route into the world of engineering, allowing you to work on real projects from day one while you gain money, experience and qualifications. Engineers operates across many different walks of life. Some of these most popular disciplines include: mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and civil engineering (to name just a few). At the moment, the UK is experiencing something of an engineering boom, with more engineering jobs being created than ever before. While companies clash over engineering talent, the number of great companies offering quality engineering apprenticeships has exploded in a good way.

Level up with an Apprenticeship

From entry-level to university degrees

Level 2 (Intermediate)

An intermediate apprenticeship is equivalent to gaining 5 GCSEs. They are the simplest entry point into work.

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Level 3 (Advanced)

Advanced apprenticeships are equivalent to A levels. They usually require a level 2 qualification to enter.

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Level 4-6 (Higher)

 Covering several levels of qualifications, high-level apprenticeships can vary greatly in a number of factors, including end qualifications.

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Level 7
(Degree)

Degree apprenticeships allow you to gain a full university degree during the course of your studies without accruing student debt.

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