Degree Apprenticeship in Product Design & Development - (Marine Technologies pathway)

The five-year apprenticeship programme is structured into four major stages. During the first three years, apprentices will attend Bournemouth and Poole College on a day-release basis. The first two years will focus on studying at Level 4, followed by Level 5 in the third calendar year. To complete the full Degree (BEng) at Level 6, apprentices will undertake two additional years of study at Bournemouth University. The final year will also include preparation for and completion of the integrated end-point assessment required for the Degree Apprenticeship. Upon successful completion, apprentices will not only acquire a range of skills tailored to business needs but will also gain valuable industry experience, equipping them for future career success.  

Level 4

• Analytical Methods
• Business
• Marine Electrical & Electronic Principles
• Mechanical Design Principles
• Project
• Supply Chain Management

Level 5

• Major Project
• The Engineering Professional
• Work Based Unit
• Quality Management 
• Marine Auxiliary Systems

Level 6 

• Innovation & Professional Practice
• Advanced Engineering
• Advanced Stress & Vibration or Manufacturing Operations
• Computational Engineering or Mechatronics
• BEng Project with Integrated End Point Assessment (EPA)

These courses have been specifically designed, in consultation with Industry and Professional Institutions, to enable those predominately working in engineering to study alongside their work. Degree Apprenticeships in engineering are ideally suited to those who are looking to gain the essential skills to advance their career in a variety of engineering roles.

This course can also be studied as a stand-alone qualification. Please click here for more information.

There are various entry points to the degree apprenticeship.

Relevant subjects required: Physics, Maths, CDT, Engineering, Electronics.

To begin at Level 4/HNC, candidates will typically have 32 UCAS points, one A Level at grade C in a relevant subject or equivalent AVCE or national diploma/certificate.

To begin at Level 5/FdEng, candidates will typically have 120 Level 4 credits from an HNC in an appropriate discipline with a minimum grade of Merit.

To enrol as an apprentice you must be in employment and your employer agree to the process of signing up to and completing the necessary tasks within the Apprenticeship Service. We will be able to support your employer through this process as required.

The Integrated End-Point Assessment (EPA) at the conclusion of the Degree Apprenticeship incorporates the BEng Project report and a presentation with a question-and-answer session. These components serve to demonstrate the practical application of the knowledge, skills, and behaviours outlined in the apprenticeship standard. Additionally, the assessment evaluates the apprentice’s occupational competence, ensuring they meet the required industry requirements. The BEng Engineering Degree follows Bournemouth University assessment regulations. 

As the course is an apprenticeship, you will be working at least 4 days a week in a relevant industry job role.

Completing this degree apprenticeship will give you the knowledge and experience to study a Master’s degree in a relevant subject.

There is a national shortage of skilled engineering professionals. During the degree apprenticeship, you will become competent in a range of skills, opening up a wide range of career opportunities in the future.

Please contact the Apprenticeship Admin Team for more information on 01202 205958 or email: apprenticeshipadmin@bpc.ac.uk