Apprenticeships UKGB

UK Registered Apprenticeships

Organized by Department for Education (DfE) / IfATE

A real job with hands-on experience, a salary, and the chance to train while you work. The UK government heavily funds training costs, making it a premier alternative to traditional university, especially for Degree Apprenticeships in tech, engineering, and finance.

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Apprenticeship & On-Job

Apprenticeships UK · Department for Education (DfE) / IfATE

stipend Funding

Launch Year

2017

Reach

300,000+ starts annually

Funding

stipend

Status

active

Financial Benefits

Stipend: Minimum apprenticeship wage (£6.40/hr in 2024, usually much higher)
Subsidy: Training costs covered by Government/Employer Apprenticeship Levy
Paid employment with 20% off-the-job training time
Levels range from Level 2 (GCSE equivalent) to Level 7 (Master's degree equivalent)
No student debt for degrees obtained via Degree Apprenticeships

Data last verified: 2024-03-01