University of Sussex unveils new degree apprenticeships for local employers

Employers in Sussex are set to benefit from a new degree apprenticeship scheme being offered by the University of Sussex from September this year.

As part of the Sussex & Surrey Institute of Technology (IoT), the university will offer Level 7 master degrees in advanced manufacturing engineering and data science and artificial intelligence (AI).

READ MORE: University of Sussex to establish new £15 million centre to help reduce UK energy demand

At undergraduate level, there will be Level 6 degree apprenticeship in business analytics and digital technology.

Employees will continue to work while obtaining a degree, with one day a week of dedicated study. Undergraduate degree apprenticeships are likely to last three and half years, with masters level apprenticeships lasting two and half years.

"For businesses, this is a great opportunity to not only upskill their workforce, but offer specialised training for staff, which will provide them with a new qualification," said Prof Ian Wakeman, head of the school of engineering and informatics at the university.

"Through this programme, employees will also have the chance to learn from experienced professionals in industry-standard facilities and in a research-led study environment."

Paul Rolfe, director of the Sussex & Surrey Institute of Technology, added: "We are delighted that our education partner, University of Sussex, launches its new apprenticeship programmes. This is an exciting initiative for the university, and it will really enhance the IoT as we continue to help meet the current and future needs of employers and learners across our region."

As part of the offer, local employers will be able to co-create apprenticeship programmes, within the overall academic framework and IfATE standards, to meet specific skills gaps in their business as well as making use of funding from the Apprenticeship Levy.

Find out more HERE.