Program Overview

Degree Apprenticeship Undergraduate: BEng (Hons) Manufacturing Engineering

Introduction

Our Manufacturing Engineer Degree Apprenticeship will help develop you into a competent professional manufacturing engineer able to meet current and future industry needs and make a real impact in the workplace. Study for an honours degree in Manufacturing Engineering while you work, with no tuition fees.

Course Highlights

• Gain the knowledge and behaviours to excel within manufacturing engineering environments
• Develop the advanced skills and manufacturing techniques to meet the evolving demands of the industry and future proof your career
• Study while you work, with no tuition fees
• Work-based approach allows you to deliver impact in the workplace as you learn

This apprenticeship is ideal if you're looking to start a career in manufacturing engineering or have experience but no formal qualification.

Key Facts

• AWARD: BEng (Hons) Manufacturing Engineering
• LEVEL: Undergraduate
• STUDY OPTIONS: 4 years 9 months, inclusive of EPA
• START DATES: September
• LOCATION: ARU Peterborough
• FEES: Degree apprenticeships are fully funded by your employer and the Government

Delivery and Assessment

• 4 years part-time
• An apprenticeship is a job with training, combining practical experience with academic learning.
• At least 20% of your contracted working hours will be classed as 'off-the-job'. This time will be dedicated to developing the knowledge and skills needed to meet the requirements of the apprenticeship, and therefore are not part of your usual work duties.
• The off-the-job learning will be delivered through online university-led learning sessions and activities, face-to-face workshops, and practical learning experiences in your usual work setting.
• The off-the-job learning for our Manufacturing Engineer Degree Apprenticeship is delivered online with one-day workshops on our Peterborough campus every other week.

Assessment

• You will be assessed at the end of each module you undertake (on-programme assessments) which will contribute towards the final award of your qualification.
• You will also undertake an End Point Assessment (EPA) to complete your apprenticeship.
• The EPA for this apprenticeship is independently assessed and takes place when all on-programme assessments have been successfully passed.

Modules

• Introduction to Manufacturing
• Mathematics for Engineering 1
• Introduction to Engineering Materials and Composites
• Engineering Mechanics
• Fluid Mechanics and Thermofluids
• Mathematics for Engineering 2
• Computer-Aided Solid Modelling
• Statistics and Process Quality Assurance
• Mechatronics
• Ruskin Module (15 credits)
• Design for Manufacture and Assembly
• Materials, Composites and Processes
• Computer Aided Engineering
• Vibration and Control
• Engineering Project Management
• Modelling and Simulation for Operations Management
• Lean Manufacturing
• Major Project for Engineers
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Careers

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will have a university-level qualification as well as a minimum of four years’ relevant work experience. The skills, knowledge and experience you develop during the course will arm you with the tools for a rewarding career in manufacturing engineering.

Entry Requirements

• Employment in a suitable role on a permanent contract exceeding 30 hours per week
• Employer support to undertake this course
• Confirmed eligibility to be funded as an apprentice as set out within the ESFA’s Funding Rules
• A completed Skills Scan and Initial Assessment discussion
• Evidence of grade B/5 in GCSE Maths, and grade C/4 GCSEs in at least four subjects including English
• Evidence of 96 UCAS Tariff Points including at least two subjects at A Level or other Level 3 equivalent e.g. BTEC National Certificate/Diploma attracting at least 96 UCAS points or successful completion of the Foundation Year course at Level 3 offered by ARU Peterborough, including the relevant optional module(s) in Engineering

Advanced entry will be considered for students who have completed HNC/D in Engineering with average merit grade or higher.

What Our Apprentices Say

• Kerry: “My degree apprenticeship will set me up with skills for life. My day-to-day job is supplemented by the theory I'm learning on my course. I’ve really noticed how far I've come.”
• Pritam: “I strongly recommend a degree apprenticeship as an excellent way to build, and kick start your career. The experience and knowledge that I have ascertained is simply invaluable.”
• Alex: “My apprenticeship has allowed me to work in a range of different departments and in locations across the globe. From supplier account management, price negotiations, quality assessment and strategic sourcing.”