Apprenticeship Levels Explained.

Apprenticeship levels explained

Apprenticeships are an amazing opportunity because they provide you with real world experience and the chance to earn as you learn. At BAE Systems, we offer over 50 different top-rated apprenticeship programmes. Whether you’re a school leaver or somebody looking to excel in a new job area, we have the apprenticeship programme to help you thrive in a new career.

There are four different types of paid apprenticeships in the UK, these are intermediate, advanced, higher and degree. With a broad range of different options available, it can be hard to understand which apprenticeship is right for you. Read on to learn more about the different apprenticeship levels.

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Start something extraordinary. Find your purpose. At BAE Systems, we create advanced technology that helps protect people and national security across air, land, sea and cyber. As an apprentice, you’ll play a meaningful role in shaping a safer, more secure future for generations to come. Whether your passion lies in engineering, manufacturing, technology or business and whatever your experience, you’ll be supported alongside the brightest minds through training, experienced mentors and inclusive networks that help you to thrive. With a workforce of around 110,000 people in more than 40 countries, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. We believe diversity of thought fuels innovation. That’s why your background, ideas and unique perspective will be valued, and your hard work recognised. You’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive team where you’ll be empowered to pioneer, solve and grow. Working together towards a shared purpose - protecting those who protect us. You can explore limitless opportunities across disciplines and geographies, earning while you learn and gaining industry recognised qualifications along the way. With long-term career prospects and work that truly makes an impact, you’ll find the security and freedom to shape a career that’s uniquely yours. Whether you’re taking your first step into the working world or switching up your career; with operations in more than 40 countries and apprenticeships that span 4 levels (Intermediate, Advanced, Higher and Degree) you’ll be able to find a role that suits you, collaborating and learning from people with diverse skills, ways of thinking and backgrounds. Join us - pioneer your future today. Why BAE Systems Growing network of around 110,000+ colleagues in more than 40 countries Ranked an Outstanding provided by Ofsted and rated Excellent by SDS Scotland #2 in the Department for Education’s Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers, 2025 #9 in The Times Top 100 UK Apprenticeship Employers, 2025

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