What to expect on a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship
Engineering, design, and project management are exciting areas to work in. Whether you work in an engineering, technical, or a non-engineering role, they are sectors that offer an enormous breadth of opportunity- especially when you’re an apprentice at AtkinsRéalis.
Our colleagues on Level 6 Degree Apprenticeships use cutting-edge digital technology to literally change the world for the better; we’re shaping smart cities, solving the energy challenges of the future, preserving our natural heritage, and engineering a better future for our planet and its people.
During our apprenticeships, you’ll work on projects that will make a difference from your first day.
You might be thinking “What is a level 6 degree apprenticeship equivalent to, how does it work?” We’ll answer that and more if you read on.
What is a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship?
First things first, a Degree Apprenticeship is the highest level of apprenticeship available in the UK. They offer the opportunity to earn a full bachelor's (Level 6), or master’s degree (Level 7).
We offer a wide range of apprenticeships from Level 3 right the way through to Level 7 but Level 6 Degree Apprenticeships are where we offer the majority of our opportunities.
Our entry requirements vary depending on the Level and discipline of apprenticeship you’re applying for. The job description is always the best place to check the detail of the requirements so you know what’s required of you before applying.
Degree Level 6 Apprenticeships are fantastic for immersing yourself in on-the-job training while you work toward receiving your qualification.
Training is provided by an apprenticeship provider (typically a university or college). You’ll also receive a wide variety of training and support from within AtkinsRéalis as well as mentorship and of course on-the-job learning.
You’ll also earn a competitive salary. As a Real Living Wage Employer, we are committed to offering the Real Living Wage as a minimum starting salary for our AtkinsRéalis Level 6 (Degree Level) apprentices. This is in recognition of the value apprentices bring to our business, ensuring that whatever route you take to start or develop your career, you can expect a fair salary, with a clear and open pathway to progress. You’ll also be supported with dedicated time to study away from the workplace. For some people, the apprenticeship route is more preferable to the university route into a career.
While you spend some dedicated time studying at college or university, most of your time is spent on the job where you gain real-world experience.
There are a plethora of reasons to choose an apprenticeship with us. We always ensure you’ve got carved out, dedicated time for your studies and you’ll be paired with a mentor and like-minded peers for support.
If you’re wondering “How long does a Level 6 Degree apprenticeship take?”, it's typically four to six years.
The Level 6 Degree Apprenticeships offered at AtkinsRéalis
We offer a wide variety of apprenticeships across the UK – in both engineering, and non-engineering disciplines. Here’s an overview of just some of them:
Civil Engineering
Civil engineering is among one of our most popular apprenticeships.
Joining AtkinsRéalis as a civil engineer opens up a wide variety of opportunities across infrastructure, transportation, and energy.
Project Management
Our Project Management Degree Apprenticeships combine learning with hands-on experience. As with all of our apprenticeships, you get one study day per week for assignments and lectures.
On this Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship, you’ll gain key skills in stakeholder management and shadow project managers while taking ownership and responsibility over various projects.
In Project Management Apprenticeships, we offer both the Integrated Degree route and the Chartered Surveyor route.
Surveying
If you enjoy solving problems and are interested in the built environment, you might be interested in a Surveying Apprenticeship at AtkinsRéalis.
We offer three Surveying pathways: Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying and Project Management.
Our Chartered Surveyors measure, value, manage, and protect the world’s assets and play a key part in the planning and implementation of project lifecycles.
We provide numerous other apprenticeships, including:
- Architectural Assistant
- Building Services Engineering
- Product Design and Development Engineering
- Digital and Technology Solutions (IT Consultant and Software Engineer)
- Electrical / Electronic Technical Support Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Electro-Mechanical Engineering
- Environmental Practitioner
- Geoscience & Geotechnical Engineering
- Business Management
- Nuclear Scientist and Nuclear Engineering
Our Apprenticeship stories
Don’t just take it from us but our Level 6 Depree Apprenticeships really are a fantastic way to kickstart your career and step into a field you’re really passionate about.
For a real-life look at some of our apprenticeships, make sure to read Oscar’s story on the Apprenticeship Consultant Development Programme, and Matilda’s journey on our Project Management Degree Apprenticeship scheme.
What can I do with a level 6 qualification?
Pursuing an apprenticeship at AtkinsRéalis, you’ll pick up both technical and soft skills while you work on real-world projects.
In terms of the next steps you can take with us, there are many options including working towards Chartership or other professional qualifications and pursuing endless opportunities in the industry.
We’re looking for digital disruptors and brave thinkers
No matter which team you join on a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship with AtkinsRéalis, you’ll be joining a group of professionals in a fast-pacedand exciting environment where the projects you work on have an impact on the world.
You’ll get to work on a range of different projects that will always challenge and inspire you.
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