Apprenticeship glossary

Digital and Technology Solutions

What does Digital and Technology Solutions mean?

A common degree apprenticeship in tech, leading to a BSc (Hons). Employers including KPMG, Deloitte, JLR, Amazon and Lidl offer it.

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Industry Digital and technology apprenticeships Building and running software, networks and data. Digital apprenticeships aren't just at tech companies: you'll find them at broadcasters, banks, engineering firms, consultancies and more.
BSc (Hons)
A Bachelor of Science with honours, a common bachelor's degree. Several degree apprenticeships, like the Digital and Technology Solutions apprenticeships at KPMG and Lidl, lead to one.
Cyber security
Protecting computer systems and data from attack. Amazon and Barclays both list cyber security apprenticeships.
Data analyst
Someone who turns data into useful information for decisions. Deloitte, Amazon and M&S all have data analyst apprenticeships.
Software engineering
Designing, building and testing software. Many digital degree apprenticeships, like those at BT, JLR and Lidl, include a software pathway.
Apprentice
Someone doing an apprenticeship: an employee who is paid to work and train towards a recognised qualification at the same time.
Apprenticeship
A real, paid job where you also train towards a recognised qualification. In England at least 20% of your normal working hours are spent training, and you don't pay tuition fees.

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