PGDip Postgraduate Engineer (Apprenticeship) at Buckinghamshire New University

Programme overview

This course places greater emphasis on critical analysis, problem identification and solving design and technology in the engineering context and quality management and development of the skills required to lead and manage complex engineering projects/systems. The course encompasses a work-based programme encouraging independent study leading to the creation of an innovative technique through the investigation of materials, technology and processes. This course fulfils the requirements of typical occupations such as Design and Development Engineer, Engineering Business Manager, Manufacture / Production Engineer, Quality Assurance/Compliance Manager, Research and Development Engineer and Supply Chain/Procurement specified in the apprenticeship standard (ST0456) The apprenticeship standard aligns with the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC) at CEng level.

What you will study

Modules include Digital Twins and Manufacturing, Optimisation and Validation of Design and Fabrication, Project Management, Product Development for Business, Research Skills for Engineers, Manufacturing Automation, Robotics and IoT.

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Entry requirements

To be eligible for the Manufacturing Engineer Degree Apprenticeship apprentices must meet the following requirements: Government approved Level 2 Maths and English Qualification (e.g. GCSE or Functional Skills). To optimise success candidates will typically have: Professionally recognised Bachelors Level Degree or equivalent such as BEng, BSc in a STEM subject. Engineering graduates with occupations such as Design and Development Engineer, Engineering Business Manager, Manufacture / Production Engineer, Quality Assurance/Compliance Manager, Research and Development Engineer and Supply Chain/Procurement Manager. An apprentice can be a new or existing member of staff and must not already hold a degree in that area or be receiving funding for other training. The employer must employ the apprentice in a genuine role with a genuine salary. The apprentice must have the right to live and work in the UK. Apprentices must be employed in a related role, have the right to live and work in the UK and meet government apprenticeship funding rules (including at least 3 years UK residence).

Domestic applicants: GBP 27,000 for the whole programme. Total apprenticeship cost, normally paid by the employer through the Apprenticeship Levy or Co-Investment Fund Source

Intake: Autumn

Duration: 24 months + 6 months EPA

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