Engineering

Engineer the future with the skills the sector seeks.

Engineering is at the forefront of innovation, driving advancements that shape every aspect of our lives - from the technology we rely on daily to the infrastructure that supports our communities. As an engineer, you solve complex problems, create pioneering solutions, and make a tangible impact on the world. If you are passionate about understanding how things work and aspire to play a role in building the future, our programmes offer the perfect starting point for a rewarding career or further progression in your field.

Our programmes are designed to provide you with a strong foundation in essential engineering principles, as well as specialised skills that align with industry demands. You will gain hands-on experience with the tools and technologies used by professional engineers, while developing core skills in problem-solving, project management, and technical communication. Guided by industry-experienced engineers, you will have the choice to study mechanical, manufacturing, electrical, and electronic engineering - each offering a pathway to roles with high demand and growth potential.

As West Berkshire’s trusted engineering apprenticeship provider since 1948, we place employers and the needs of local industry at the heart of our curriculum. Our programmes prepare you for a professional apprenticeship or support the needs of both you and your employer if you are already employed. Through real-world projects, access to industry experts, and collaborative learning in both classroom and workplace settings, you will build the experience and knowledge required to excel in the modern engineering landscape.

Whether you aspire to become a technician, advance in manufacturing, or continue your studies to a Master’s degree level, our programmes offer the skills, insights, and practical experience to help you achieve your ambitions in this dynamic and impactful field.

Advance your career in engineering by mastering the integration of design and manufacturing processes. This degree apprenticeship equips you with the expertise to bring innovative products to life, ensuring they meet quality standards, are cost-effective, and are delivered on schedule. Through a blend of academic study and practical experience, you will become proficient in managing complex manufacturing projects from conception to completion.

Apprenticeship Standard: ST0025 BEng (Hons) in Engineering Design Awarded by Bournemouth University

Engineering design covers the application of contemporary methodologies and technologies to achieve optimum solutions to complex engineering design problems in a creative, efficient and effective manner. You will develop a thorough understanding and knowledge of engineering principles, analysis, tools and practices, and the ability to apply these to the design of manufactured products and technical applications and their links with corporate sustainability of engineering businesses. You will develop practical understanding and capability through workshop practice, simulation and technical demonstration, with opportunities to research, explore, and apply unfamiliar or emerging technologies. In addition, you will develop skills of evaluating the impacts of your decisions in designing products or services that may be global and long-lasting and apply the principles of ethics as well as sustainability.

This course enables you develop your specialisation in three pathways, either: Electrical and Electronic, Manufacturing or Mechanical.

On this course you will usually be taught by a range of staff with relevant expertise and knowledge appropriate to the content of the unit. This will include senior academic staff and qualified professional practitioners and technicians. You will also benefit from regular guest lectures from industry.

The awarding body for this degree is: Bournemouth University

Engineering Operatives are predominantly involved in engineering operations which are key to the success of the Manufacturing and Engineering sector allowing employers to grow their business while developing a workforce with the relevant skills and knowledge to enhance the sustain the sector.

Apprenticeship Standard: ST0537

Develop the expertise to lead and innovate in the field of electronic systems through this degree apprenticeship. You will combine advanced academic learning with real-world work experience, gaining the knowledge and confidence to design and develop cutting-edge electrical and electronic technologies across a range of industries including aerospace, automotive, and energy.

Apprenticeship Standard: ST0151 Bournemouth University Level 6 BEng (Hons) Engineering Design (Electrical and Electronic Engineering)