Undergraduate engineer Review

by Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology

Rating

9.6/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • I work on real projects alongside experts in various engineering fields.

    10/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • I have developed various engineering and interpersonal skills (programming, using computer-aided software, communication skills, organisation, critical thinking, etc.)

    10/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • 10/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • The first two years are distributed over three rotations each - mechanics, electronics and software, to allow the apprentices to get to know different engineering fields before they specialise in Year 3.

    10/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • Each apprentice is assigned a line manager and a mentor with whom they have weekly meetings to monitor progress and identify and resolve any issues.

    10/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • The training provider provides the theoretical foundation needed at the workplace.

    8/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • 9/10
  • 8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

    • 10/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Real projects & real responsibilities. Valuable experience. Financial Independence. Job perspectives.

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology?

    • Think as an engineer from day 1

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Engineering

Malmesbury

January 2021

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