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British Airways Apprenticeships 2027

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19 Oct 2026

Closes

19 Nov 2026

Closes in 7 days
Starts
September 2027 (Heathrow Aircraft Maintenance also had a Spring 2027 intake)
Locations
London Heathrow, Gatwick, Glasgow, Cardiff
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Applications for 2027 starts close 19 November 2026

Verified application dates · 8 Nov 2026

Overview

Earn while you learn on one of British Airways' apprenticeships, from business and data roles at its Heathrow head office to hands-on aircraft engineering at Heathrow, Gatwick, Glasgow and Cardiff. Programmes run from 18 months to 4 years and lead to recognised qualifications, with the same benefits as other BA staff, including discounted travel.

Entry Requirements

  • Requirements depend on the apprenticeship, from GCSEs to A levels or equivalent
  • Some engineering apprenticeships need you to be 16 or 18 by the start date
  • Predicted grades are accepted for many, if achieved by the start
  • Airside roles include medical, drug and alcohol, and criminal record checks
  • Each advert lists its exact requirements

Pathways

Rotate through departments at BA's Heathrow head office, from analysing Cabin Crew performance data to running meetings and organising events. After a first year studying business administration, you move into a specialist area.

GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above is desirable

Work across product teams in BA's data and AI department, using data to solve business problems, while studying for a data science degree.

GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above Three A levels totalling at least 128 UCAS points (ABB), achieved or predicted At least a B in A level Maths

Service and repair BA's fleet through rotational placements at Heathrow, after a first year training off-site with accommodation provided. You finish with your A-licence as an aircraft engineer.

Aged 16 or over by the start date GCSE Maths and Combined Science or Physics at grade 5 (B) or above GCSE English Language at grade 4 (C) or above Predicted grades accepted if achieved by the start You'll complete a skills scan after applying

Train to become a licensed aircraft engineer at Gatwick, Glasgow or Cardiff, carrying out maintenance and fixing technical issues on long-haul aircraft alongside experienced engineers.

A level Maths, or Higher Maths in Scotland A level Physics, Engineering or Chemistry, or Higher Physics or Engineering Science in Scotland Or an equivalent Level 3 qualification, such as an aeronautical or mechanical engineering diploma

Maintain, repair and overhaul critical aircraft components, from flight-deck instruments and radios to motors and lighting, in BA's avionics workshop at Cardiff Airport.

Aged 16 or over by the start date Grade C in GCSE Maths, English and one Science Predicted grades accepted if achieved by the start

Keep aircraft parts moving to BA's engineers in the UK and overseas, with placements across logistics and inventory management.

Aged 18 or over by the start date Three GCSEs including English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above is desirable

Work on different aircraft fleets through a series of placements, learning servicing and maintenance from experienced mechanics and engineers.

Aged 18 or over by the start date

Rotate across engineering disciplines in BA's Heathrow workshops, inspecting, maintaining and repairing aircraft components.

GCSE Maths at grade 5 (B) or above GCSE English and Science at grade 4 (C) or above is desirable Predicted grades accepted if achieved by the start

Application Process

  1. 1.Register on the Discover & Prep hub
  2. 2.Online assessment

    Do a few free practice tests first so the format isn't new on the day, and find a quiet spot with a steady connection.

    How to prepare: Online tests →
  3. 3.Video interview

    Test your camera and mic, then practise answering out loud using STAR: situation, task, action, result.

    How to prepare: Video interviews →
  4. 4.Assessment centre at Waterside

    Often a mix of group tasks, a case study, a presentation and an interview. In group work, listening and bringing others in counts as much as having ideas.

    How to prepare: Assessment centres →

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