Undergraduate Engineer Review

Two days a week are spent studying for a General Engineering Bachelors degree, studying a wide scope of engineering discipline theory. Three days a week are spent in the workplace, in the first year worked in mechanical, electrical and software streams, then in second year I will be working in research focussed teams and a team developing brand new product ideas. Previous work includes rig design and building, programming and CAD.

Developed many soft skills such as communcaion, teamwork and self reflection. Hard skills such as programming in C and MatLab and typing. Many opportunities to improve across all skills!

Very high level of enjoyment, the fact that can study a variety of disciplines and work in different teams means theres never a dull moment if you enjoy engineering.

As a relatively new course (4 years) there are some wrinkles still being ironed out but generally it is very good.

Lots of support, good quality managers and career development opportunities. Many technical experts available to assist in academic work too.

Warwick have been supportive, the apprenticeship is still new again so can be some confusion about whats required for that area of the course but generally coursework feedback and the lecturers have been good. Lecture quality has been good and resources good.

Very well, I think that many aspects of the academic side of the course become apparent in the workplace and the ability to communicate with members of staff across a variety of engineering disciplines is very valuable.

Lots of clubs and societies available, but bear in mind that there are much less people on the course than traditional universities so may be harder to find people with similar interests. Lots of opportunities to better your personal development and support your wellbeing - for example a workshop on LinkedIn and project management etc

Yes

If you enjoy engineering this is the best course you could pursue in terms of opportunities, support and the whole package.

Highlight your enthusiasm for the field during application! Being passionate and knowledgeable in interviews will take you through.