Key Takeaways
- Undertake a Level 6 IT Consultant Degree Apprenticeship, earning a BSc (Hons) in Digital and Technology Solutions.
- Starting salary of £23,000 per year, with a £3,000 joining bonus and annual pay reviews.
- Gain practical experience in designing, supporting, and protecting digital technology solutions at MBDA.
- Applications close on 22 January 2027.
- Requires 120 UCAS Tariff points from A-levels, T-levels, or BTECs, including specific Maths/Computing/Science/IT/Engineering subjects.
About the Role
Salary: £23,000 per year, plus a £3,000 joining bonus. Duration: 4 years Location: Stevenage Learning Provider: Cranfield MK:U
About the Role:
This apprenticeship offers a fully funded qualification starting September 2027, leading to a BSc (Hons) in Digital and Technology Solutions. You will gain hands-on experience in designing, delivering, supporting, maintaining, and protecting digital technology and solutions within MBDA's ecosystem. The role involves working with various project methodologies (waterfall and agile) and gaining exposure to areas such as Infrastructure, AI, Cloud, Application environments, user engagement, and cyber security threat protection.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, deliver, support, maintain, and protect digital technology and solutions.
- Contribute to solution analysis and requirements elicitation.
- Participate in systems and solution design, liaising with technology and service providers.
- Engage in project/task management, including release and test management.
- Gain experience in operational management, including performance monitoring and capacity management.
- Develop an understanding of ITIL standards and compliance with standards like Cyber Security Essentials Plus, ISO27001.
- Bridge the gap between users and technology, providing strategic guidance and training.
Programme Structure:
- Years 1 & 2: Experience key areas of the Digital Excellence function: Enterprise Architecture and Consultancy; Digital Solutions and Delivery Management; Cyber Security; Networking and Digital Infrastructure.
- Years 3 & 4: Concentrate on the IT Consultant specialist path, culminating in a final assessment project.
Academic Component:
- One virtual study day per week with the University.
- Typically 3 days onsite at the university at the beginning and end of each module.
What We Offer:
- Fully funded qualification starting September 2027.
- Paid travel expenses to and from your place of study.
- Annual pay reviews.
- Healthcare Cash Plan.
- 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase) and up to 15 days flexi leave.
- Study leave during exam periods.
Entry Requirements:
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GCSEs: A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language, Mathematics, and any Science or Technology subject.
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Post-GCSEs (equivalent to 120 UCAS Tariff points):
- A levels: Three A levels totalling 120 UCAS Tariff points, including A level Mathematics or Computing/Computer Science, with no individual grade below C.
- T level: T Level in Engineering or Computing with a minimum Merit grade.
- BTEC: A single Level 3 Extended Diploma in Maths, Science, IT or Engineering at a minimum grade of DDM. Those applying with Science, IT or Engineering subjects must provide evidence of completing a Further Maths module.
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If you are currently studying and expect to meet these requirements by the start date, you are welcome to apply.
Security Clearance:
- British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.
- Successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS).
Important Note:
Applicants need to ensure their home or rental location is appropriate for travel to the MBDA site and the training provider.
Advert End Date: 23 January 2027