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Higher and degree apprenticeships at University of Staffordshire

Since 2015, more than 6,300 apprentices have studied with the University, working in partnership with 499 employers across public and private sectors.

We're powering the future of higher and d   egree apprenticeships, the work-based route to higher education that offers on the job training alongside a qualification. This approach opens doors to a range of career opportunities for apprentices and helps employers to develop their workforce. 

Information for apprentices

Our apprenticeship provision spans many sectors enabling learners to gain university qualifications while remaining in paid employment.

Information for employers

Higher and degree apprenticeships are an effective way for businesses to grow by upskilling current staff or recruit new talent.

Apprenticeship courses

Our apprenticeship courses allow individuals to gain a university qualification, industry experience and earn whilst being employed and tuition fees covered.

Contact us

Our apprenticeships team is on hand to support aspiring students and businesses connect with our programmes.
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Case studies

Discover real-life stories from our apprentices, find out how they landed the role, what their career journey looks like, and what the day-to-day life as an apprentice is like.

Hear from employers themselves about the ways our our higher and degree apprenticeships are creating new development opportunities for businesses and their staff. 

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Apprenticeship courses

Spanning different occupations and sectors, higher and degree apprenticeships are developed by industry bodies in conjunction with employers through Skills England.

Our courses are constantly evolving to meet local and employer needs. They are taught by our leading experts and top professionals, making use of our industry-leading and cutting-edge campus facilities.

Academic learning at the university supports apprentice’s practical experience on the job, opening the doors to them becoming a professional or specialist in their field.

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Our connections

We've established long-standing relationships with many employers, driven by our passion and commitment towards the apprenticeships scheme.

We’re also proud to be a sponsor of The 5% Club, supporting its commitment to helping people gain skills and qualifications while earning, and helping employers develop the skilled workforce of the future.

Our latest Ofsted report

Our latest Ofsted report highlights how our apprentices "thrive on the support provided by university staff and their employers". Our leaders "foster an inclusive culture in which diversity is celebrated, and equality of opportunity is promoted". As a result, our apprentices "feel valued and respected at the provider, irrespective of their background."

Rated 'Strong' in 2 areas

  • Curriculum and teaching
  • Participation and development

Rated 'Expected' in 3 areas

  • Inclusion
  • Leadership and governance
  • Achievement

Apprenticeship Events

24 November

Nursing Apprenticeship Webinar

Nursing apprenticeship webinar for employers and prospective apprentices.

7 December

Improvement Specialist Apprenticeship Webinar

We invite employers and prospective apprentices to our upcoming Level 5 Improvement Specialist Apprenticeship Webinar.

Sub-contracting policy

We're committed to delivering exceptional standards of learning and to provide a broad offer of learning opportunities and choice to all learners. To support this, we may enter into both subcontracted (provision subcontracting) with a number of organisations. For further information, read our sub-contracting policy. 

Contact the apprenticeships team

Get in touch with our friendly team today

Whether you're looking to become an apprentice or hire for your business, our friendly team are on hand to answer your questions.

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