Level 6 Engineering Product Design and Development Engineer Degree Apprenticeship

Programme Structure: This 5-year Degree Apprenticeship is delivered in four structured stages:

• Years 1–2: Study at Level 4 on a day-release basis at Bournemouth & Poole College.
• Year 3: Progression to Level 5, continuing day-release study.
• Years 4–5: Complete the Level 6 BEng Degree at Bournemouth University, including preparation for the integrated End-Point Assessment in the final year.

Tailored Pathways: Choose from specialist routes:

• Mechanical Design
• Marine Technologies

Units:

Year 1-2 (Level 4)

Core 

• Analytical Methods
• Business
• Mechanical Design Principles
• Project

Mechanical Design

• Computer Aided Engineering
• Design Principles

Marine Technologies

• Marine Electrical & Electronic Principles
• Supply Chain Management

Year 3 (Level 5)

Core 

• Major Project
• The Engineering Professional      
• Work Based Unit

Mechanical Design

• Design Applications
• Mechanical Design Application     

Marine Technologies

• Quality Management
• Marine Auxiliary Systems

Year 4-5 (Level 6)

Core

• Advanced Engineering
• Innovation & Professional Practice
• BEng Project with Integrated End Point Assessment

Mechanical Design

• Advanced Stress & Vibration
• Computational Engineering 

Marine Technologies

• Advanced Stress & Vibration or Manufacturing Operations
• Computational Engineering or MechatronicsWork-Based

There are various entry points to the degree apprenticeship.

Relevant subjects required: Physics, Maths, Design and Technology, Engineering, Electronics. 

To begin at Level 4/HNC, candidates will typically have 32 UCAS points, minimum of one A Level at grade C in a relevant subject or equivalent T-Level, AVCE or National Diploma/Certificate.

To begin at Level 5/FdEng, candidates will typically have 120 Level 4 credits from an HNC in an appropriate discipline with a minimum grade of Merit.

To enrol as an apprentice you must be in employment and your employer agree to the process of signing up to and completing the necessary tasks within the Apprenticeship Service. We will be able to support your employer through this process as required.

The Integrated End-Point Assessment (EPA) at the conclusion of the Degree Apprenticeship incorporates the BEng Project report and a presentation with a question-and-answer session. These components serve to demonstrate the practical application of the knowledge, skills, and behaviours outlined in the apprenticeship standard. Additionally, the assessment evaluates the apprentice’s occupational competence, ensuring they meet the required industry requirements. The BEng Engineering Degree follows Bournemouth University assessment regulations. 

As the course is an apprenticeship, you will be working at least 4 days a week in a relevant industry job role.

Completing this degree apprenticeship will give you the knowledge and experience to study a Master’s degree in a relevant subject.

There is a national shortage of skilled engineering professionals. During the degree apprenticeship, you will become competent in a range of skills, opening up a wide range of career opportunities in the future.

Please contact Apprenticeship Admin Team for more information on 01202 205958 or email: apprenticeshipadmin@bpc.ac.uk. 

For the equivalent full-cost programme please follow the links:

Engineering (Mechanical Design): FdEng/HNC Engineering - Mechanical Design | Main | Bournemouth & Poole College

Engineering (Marine Technologies): FdEng/HNC Engineering - Marine Technologies | Main | Bournemouth & Poole College

Awarding Body:
Bournemouth University

Qualification:
BEng (Hons)

Curriculum Area:
Engineering, Professional and Public Industries - Engineering and Electronics