Name Date Higher and Degree Apprenticeships

Agenda What are Higher and Degree Apprenticeships? How do you know if they are right for you? Local case study Next steps

What are Higher and Degree Apprenticeships? Higher and Degree Apprenticeships are available at levels 4-7. They combine work with study and may include a work-based, academic or combined qualifications or a professional qualification relevant to the industry. Typically, higher apprentices study part time at college, university or with a training provider. Apprenticeships take between one and five years to complete. There are two kinds of higher Apprenticeships currently available – Apprenticeship frameworks and Apprenticeships standards. In the future all apprenticeship frameworks will be replaced by new apprenticeship standards.

WHAT : Main Elements of Apprenticeship Reform All apprenticeships have synoptic end point assessment; grading and links to professional recognition Ensuring that apprentices are signed off as fully competent at the end of their apprenticeship All apprenticeships must last at least 12 months Give employers greater control over funding Employer-led Trailblazers designing apprenticeships Giving employers the opportunity to set the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed Short, concise standards replace long, complex frameworks Providing a clear and attractive ‘shop window’ for parents, apprentices and businesses Continuing to drive up the quality of apprenticeships Enabling employers to be intelligent customers, getting the training they want and driving up quality

Development so far 82 ‘ready to deliver’ – standard and assessment plan approved, funding Cap allocated 154 standards in development Over 40% Higher and Degree Over 1,400 businesses in over 100 sectors involved 199 standards published so far

Apprenticeship levels Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 Higher Level and Degree Apprenticeship Level 4-7 Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 2 Possible Routes depending on framework and qualifications at start Higher Education Honours Degree Information, advice and guidance

Learner eligibility? Learners must be over 16, live in England and not in full time education to apply for an Apprenticeship. All apprenticeships are real jobs so all apprentices earn a salary. Apprentices should work for at least 30 hours per week. Entry requirements depend on the sector and prior skills.

Apprenticeship vs University If you are thinking about choices for yourself or advising others you may need to consider many factors. What would you advise / think about?

Apprenticeship vs University Can you live at home and do this? Will you have an interview to get a place? Will you be required to study? Will you have to pay for that study? Will you get experience of work whilst studying? Will you earn a salary from day 1? Could you achieve a degree? Will you need to balance work and learning at the same time?

"I want every young person leaving school to view university degrees and high-level apprenticeships as different but equally valid choices”. Nick Boles, Skills Minister

Apprenticeship vs University ApprenticeshipUniversity Over 250 types available and more than 1400 job roles. An Apprenticeship can last between one and five years, depending on the level, with apprentices splitting their time between work and study Courses Over 37,000 undergraduate courses at 370 higher education institutions. Full-time undergraduate courses are generally run over three years. Apprentices are paid a minimum of £3.30 per hour. They must cover their living, transport and accommodation costs, the same as any other employee. Costs The National Union of Students estimates that uni can cost around £21,000 a year, including tuition fees, accommodation, transport, food etc.. Tuition fees are covered by a student loan and you may also be eligible for a maintenance loan. Universities also offer bursaries and scholarships to help with costs. 90% of apprentices stay in employment once their Apprenticeship ends, according to SFA data; 71% of those people stay with the same employer. Employment Around 70% of graduates were in employment six months after graduation according to the 2014 ‘What do graduates do?’ report (hecsu.ac.uk) – but a significant number (over 12%) of those not employed were in further education instead. Source: NCFE Careermag Issue 1

Apprenticeship vs University cont’d ApprenticeshipUniversity Depends on the level of Apprenticeship, but they’ll be recognised throughout the UK and can be the equivalent of a foundation degree. You’ll also have work experience and technical skills related to the job you do. Qualifications Graduates leave with a bachelors degree – usually (although not always) a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BSc) award, which is recognised internationally. There are different classes depending on your final grades: a first is highest, followed by 2:1, 2:2 and third class. Apprentices are trained in the workplace by their colleagues to develop relevant skills for their role, as well as ‘soft skills’ – things like good communication, leadership, teamwork etc. They also gain formal qualifications at college. The emphasis is on practical, work-focused training for a career in a specific industry. Learning Undergraduates attend lectures and workshops, complete essays or coursework and explore their chosen field in depth. You need a degree for some careers (like medicine) but generally the emphasis is on developing subject knowledge and learning how to think critically and independently - skills that will be relevant to any job, or to further study. Source: NCFE Careermag Issue 1

A local case study - University of Winchester Degree Apprenticeship: BSc (Hons) Digital & Technology Solutions Degree BSc (Hons) Digital & Technology Solutions Degree (Business Management) Integrated student experience Mentoring PDP Reflective Industry projects

BSc (Hons) Digital & Technology Solutions Degrees Students employed by employer – paid a salary Student pays no University fees University study, part time work and work relevant projects For every £1 the employer pays the Government pays £2, e.g. £9,000 Business, £18,000 Government Students in Degree Level Roles upon Graduation hit the ground running Study Part-time for 3 or 4 years and awarded with Degree Apprenticeship.

Roles Business Deliverables Software Engineer IT Consultant IT Business Analyst Cyber Security Analyst Data Analyst Network Engineer

Who Pays? Course Fee For every £1 the employer pays the government will pay £2 up to a maximum government contribution of £18,000. Incentive for Success Additionally, on successful completion of the degree, the government will pay a completion fee of £2,700 per degree apprentice to the employer. SME Incentive For companies with less than 50 employees the government will pay an incentive of £2,700 per degree apprentice.

4 Year Programme of Study – Financials Cost of Programme £27,000 Year of StudyGovernment Contribution Employer Contribution 1£6,000£3,000 2£6,000£3,000 3£4,000£2,000 4 £1,000

Examples of other sectors covered SectorLevel 4Level 5Level 6Level 7 ConstructionXXX AgricultureX Advertising and marketingX BroadcastingXX AccountingX BankingX Business AdministrationX AccountancyX Contact Centre OperationsX Criminal investigationX HR ManagementX

Examples of other sectors covered SectorLevel 4Level 5Level 6Level 7 InsuranceX LegalX ManagementXX Project managementXX PRX RecruitmentX Social and digital mediaX Advanced manufacturingX Fashion and textilesX Sustainable resourcesX IT, web and telecomsX

Next steps Questions to ask yourself / to advise potential apprentices: 1.Does the job, and the industry, interest you? 2.Have you looked at other options? 3.Can you afford it? 4.Will you feel like you’re missing out on student life? 5.Are you up for the challenge?

Next steps Applying is easy. Visit GOV.UK and search ‘Find an apprenticeship’. Or go to the ALPHI website at:

Higher and Degree Apprenticeships