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Apprenticeships at University of the Built Environment

This section of the toolkit explores what an apprenticeship with University of the Built Environment looks like.

Background

Completing an apprenticeship programme with University of the Built Environment allows you to gain real-life industry experience whilst completing your chosen course. Our apprenticeships are a collaborative partnership involving the employer, the apprentice, and University of the Built Environment.

What do I need to do to apply for an Apprenticeship?

If you are currently employed within the built environment in England, then you will need your employer’s support as they will fund your apprenticeship. Speak to your employer about the possibility of undertaking an apprenticeship. If you are looking to do an apprenticeship but are not currently employed, then you will need to search for an apprenticeship before applying with University of the Built Environment.

 

Whilst an apprenticeship can be a valuable way of gaining real experience in your chosen sector, there are other aspects of the programme besides the academic elements to factor in. However, there’s plenty of support here to help you get started.

How could this affect me?

As a University of the Built Environment apprentice you will be allocated an Apprenticeship Outcomes Officer (AOO) to provide information, advice, guidance and monitor your progress throughout your journey with us. They are your key point of contact for all apprenticeship related queries. You’ll meet with your AOO at a maximum of 12 weekly intervals to check in on your apprenticeship progress.

 

Your AOO’s duties include:

  • Monitoring and overseeing your progress against the milestones of your apprenticeship journey
  • Providing you and your employer with information, advice and guidance
  • Identifying, monitoring and overseeing your safety and wellbeing
  • Meeting regularly with you and your employer to check in on your progress and identify any support needs

 

Your responsibilities as an Apprentice include:

  • Studying two modules per semester. This usually increases to three modules in your final semester
  • Engaging in university assessments and assignments
  • Working in the built environment sector, in a role related to your programme
  • Engage with and evidence work towards your End Point Assessment 
  • Attending professional practice workshops, where relevant to your particular programme
  • Engaging in reviews with your RICS Counsellor or workplace assessor, identifying progress and next steps
  • Engaging in the End Point Assessment process

 

Please see this Sample Apprenticeship Journey Infographic for more information.

What to do next?

Find out more about Apprenticeships with University of the Built Environment

Practical tips

For more information about an apprenticeship with University of the Built Environment, please visit our website

 

If you are looking to start an apprenticeship programme but are not currently employed, you can search for an apprenticeship here

 

Once you have started your apprenticeship journey at University of the Built Environment, you will be able to access the Apprentice Hub area of the Virtual Learning Environment (link only accessible to current students). This is an apprentice-exclusive area, and your one-stop shop for apprentice-specific information, guidance and resources.

Questions to think about

  • Have you spoken to work about autism, and discussed any adjustments you need to support?
  • Have you agreed off the job training time/hours with your employer?
  • How will you set boundaries around your study time?
  • Are there any resources you need to support you to manage your time (e.g. study schedule, productivity app)?
  • Do you have the correct equipment and resources to study effectively at home? Or will you attend the workplace in your off the job training time?

Additional information