Degree Apprenticeships

Earn, Learn, and Achieve – Work-Based Learning Meets Part-Time Study! We offer Degree Apprenticeships that bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world experience. For apprentices, it's the perfect opportunity to earn a degree while gaining paid, hands-on experience with leading employers. For employers, it’s a cost-effective way to develop skilled, work-ready talent tailored to your needs.

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Degree Courses

USW offers the following Degree Apprenticeships, delivered at our Treforest Campus. Below, you will find links to live vacancies we currently have. You can also explore additional opportunities on job websites and Careers Wales.

Electrical and electronic engineering is at the core of innovation across many industries, and you’ll be ready to make a real impact as you develop your skills on this course.

BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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Advance your skills and qualifications for a career in Electronics. Get hands-on with state-of-the-art facilities at USW. 

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Prepare yourself for a career in Mechanical Engineering. Gain relevant expertise and get hands-on with state-of-the-art facilities at USW.

BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Learn how to design, analyse and manufacture mechanical systems and gain the teamwork and problem-solving skills needed to thrive in various engineering sectors.

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Enhance your skills, earn a wage, and make a valuable contribution to your workplace with this degree apprenticeship in Digital and Technology Solutions, specialising in software engineering.

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Prepare for a career in cyber security with this degree apprenticeship, designed to equip you with the skills needed to tackle the digital challenges of today and tomorrow.

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If you’re data curious and ready to future-proof your career, this degree apprenticeship is for you. Learn essential coding, analytics, and development skills, all while working.

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Play your part in developing the buildings of tomorrow. Hone your skills and gain vital knowledge for a career in building surveying.

BSc (Hons) Building Surveying 

Play your part in the infrastructure of tomorrow. Great project managers are needed on construction projects of all sizes – from skyscrapers to small residential developments.

BSc (Hons) Construction Project Management

Grow your skills and take the lead in your quantity surveying and commercial management career.

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Develop the buildings of tomorrow with our RICS-accredited degree. Gain hands-on experience and prepare for a fulfilling career in this ever-evolving industry.

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Your BEng in Civil Engineering is a fast track to your future career, combining classroom learning with practical work to put your skills to the test.

BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering

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Your BSc in Civil Engineering will give you the knowledge and skills you need to change the world.

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What are the benefits?

  • You will receive a salary from your employer whilst studying towards a degree.

  • Upon the successful completion of your apprenticeship you will gain a degree, which is fully funded.

  • Apprentices gain valuable real-world experience under the guidance of industry professionals, allowing them to apply their learning directly to their roles and develop practical skills that drive their success.

  • Apprentices will benefit from the very best support on offer. The team operates an open-door policy and is always on hand to offer guidance and support to apprentices.


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Why choose USW for your apprenticeship?

Our industry connections and emphasis on equipping students with real-world experiences make our graduates among the most employable in the UK. Both inside and outside the classroom, we will help you achieve your potential professionally and personally.


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HOW TO APPLY

To apply for one of our Degree Apprenticeship courses you must either be in employment or you will need to apply directly to an employer for a role relevant to your chosen area. Our employers may have asked us to advertise live vacancies which you can find In the apprenticeships available section above. You will need full support from your employer to undertake a Degree Apprenticeship. 

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EMPLOYERS INFORMATION

By working in partnership with USW, you can use degree apprenticeships to grow your business, boost productivity and plan for the future.

Strengthen the skills of your current workforce or provide students with the opportunity to be an apprentice in your workplace, through tailored programmes that combine work experience with academic teaching.


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