When you think of apprenticeships, what jobs spring to mind? Bricklaying? Hairdressing? Maybe engineering. All hands-on roles with technical skills that you learn on the job.
But what about Software Development? Science? Digital marketing? Or even Accounting? You may not realise just how many different careers you can pursue through an apprenticeship. At Newcastle College, we offer more than 30 apprenticeship routes across a range of sectors and some of them may surprise you.
A Laboratory Scientist applies specialist knowledge, skills and behaviours to carry out a range of technical and scientific activities within their chosen field of work. Traditionally, scientists would travel the academic route to gain a degree, but if you don’t want to get into debt studying to become a Laboratory Scientist, our Degree Apprenticeship could be perfect for you. This course allows you to earn while you learn, so you can focus on your studies.
Carving a creative career can be a competitive game, but this degree apprenticeship is a unique collaboration between Newcastle College University Centre and the North East's digital leaders. The Creative and Digital Design Degree Apprenticeship is the first of its kind in the UK and will give you the opportunity to earn an honours degree while working with an employer to develop the creative and technical skills in high demand from industry.
The most traditional way to become a software engineer is by earning a bachelor’s degree, gaining internship experience, then entering the job market. But with the Software Development apprenticeship, you can cut this down a step by working within the industry while you complete your studies. You will learn all aspects of the software development approach covering topics such as the software development lifecycle, software methods, programming, testing and function requirements which will prepare you for your future career.
Who would have thought you could train to become an Accountant while working as an accountant? You don’t have to take the traditional route to this career anymore. The Finance/Accounts Assistant apprenticeship is an ideal starting point, offering you the chance to build a foundation of accounting knowledge and gain the skills needed to progress to employment or to further study.
To find out more about apprenticeships and get support with applications and interviews, complete the form below to contact our Apprenticeships Team.