BEng (Hons) Production Engineering

• applying your learning to real-world projects in the workplace
• no course fees
• a clear pathway to achieving your ambitions in the workplace
• a salary and guaranteed job while you study
• the potential to achieve a degree
• the likelihood your employer will offer the chance to stay and progress in your job after the apprenticeship
• training and networking with other apprentices at WGU

LEVEL 4

MODULES

• Analytical Engineering Techniques
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Worked Based Learning
• Engineering Standard, Business & Operations Management
• Design and Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

LEVEL 5

MODULES

• Industrial project
• Analytical Control Techniques
• Modern Manufacture, Sustainability & Industry 4.0
• Materials & Processes
• Industrial Automation & PLCs
• Mechatronics Application & Manufacturing Systems

LEVEL 6

MODULES

• Project
  
• Managing Workforce, Engagement & Commitment
• Maintenance & Safety Systems
• Machine & Production Systems
• Industrial Communication Systems

In order to be eligible for this programme, your apprentice must be:

• Working in Wales for 51% of their working time
• Classed as a paid employee (preferably full time)
• Working in a suitable role within the sector
• Provided a mentor/supervisor within their role for the purpose of this programme.  Mentor/supervisors must be able to review progress of their apprentices through our progress update process every 61 days.  This will take no more than 30 minutes of time every two months if there are no concerns with the apprentice’s progress
• The mentor should work with the University and the Apprentice to identify suitable projects for each year of study
• Be released to study at the University ONE day per week, year round for the duration of the programme
• Meet the standard entry requirements of the University (see below)
• Must NOT have a level 6 qualification in an engineering or manufacturing related subject
• If your apprentice has an engineering or manufacturing qualification at level 4 or 5, it may be possible for them to enter to the programme at a higher level in year 2 or 3 of the programme.

The standard entry requirements of the University for this programme are (for level 4 entry):

• 48 UCAS tariff points from appropriate level 3 qualification such as A Levels
• 5 GCSEs at grade A*-C, including Maths and English Language/Welsh

Applicants without the necessary UCAS tariff points, or who have qualifications that do not carry UCAS tariff points, will be considered based on their professional experience within the industry they intend to study the apprenticeship in.  All applicants who do not meet the above requirements will be interviewed prior to being made an offer, providing those without formal UCAS tariff points the opportunity to demonstrate how their skills and experiences from within the industry make them a suitable candidate for this programme of study.

Successful completion of these programmes can lead to a host of other qualifications and progression pathways including (but not limited to):

• Postgraduate study within Engineering at WGU
• Postgraduate study within Engineering at another UK HE institution;
• Professional qualifications through the professional bodies who form the Engineering Accreditation Board (EAB) and other professional bodies
• CEng status as appropriate to professional/career pathway

Fully funded if the company is based in Wales.

You can see the full programme specification here.