University launches webinar series about degree apprenticeship programmes

Aston University is running a series of webinars for employers who want to learn more about degree apprenticeship programmes. 

The webinars will provide insights into how apprenticeships can help attract new talent, upskill workforce, and meet strategic goals while delivering real impact in the workplace. 

Over the next few months, the university be hosting five focused sessions, each covering a different programme cluster: 

• Business and management 
• Leadership  
• Digital and technology solutions
• Engineering 
• Supply chain and management  
• Research scientist  

The first webinar will start on 10 June and is ideal for businesses recruiting new apprentices or upskilling staff. Click here to register.

It is aimed at line managers, HR professionals, decision makers, apprenticeship leads across SME’s and larger organisations.

Degree apprenticeships offer work-based route to higher education to those who are already established in their careers as well as school leavers.

Designed in conjunction with employers and professional bodies to fill skill gaps in business and industry, apprenticeships give learners the knowledge and know-how to further their career and obtain a full degree. 

The learning is designed in a way that apprentices can directly apply their new knowledge and skills in the workplace on a day-to-day basis.

Click here for more information or contact s.bhuiya@aston.ac.uk