How to become a degree apprentice
Before you can apply for an apprenticeship course at a university, you must be employed already and have the support of your employer. Already employed?
While looking for a degree apprenticeship opportunity, you can still apply for university courses via UCAS to keep your options open.
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Step 1 – find an apprenticeship opportunity
Before you can apply for a degree apprenticeship course at a university, you need to have the support of an employer. This means that you will need to secure employment with a company who are willing to support you through the apprenticeship you wish to study. There are a variety of ways you can find an employer.
• Come to our degree apprenticeship jobs fair
• Use the national apprenticeship search tool
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Step 2 – apply for a job
The job application process varies for each employer. However, you should keep your CV up to date and be prepared for an interview in most cases.
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Step 3 – complete your university application form
Once you've successfully secured a job, you'll need to complete an application form before you can start your university course and send it to specialistroutes@shu.ac.uk.
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What happens next?
Once you’ve had your university place accepted, we’ll send you details about starting your course and you’ll be invited along to an induction session.
