Apprenticeship glossary

Software engineering

What does Software engineering mean?

Designing, building and testing software. Many digital degree apprenticeships, like those at BT, JLR and Lidl, include a software pathway.

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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.
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.
Digital and Technology Solutions
A common degree apprenticeship in tech, leading to a BSc (Hons). Employers including KPMG, Deloitte, JLR, Amazon and Lidl offer it.
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.
Degree apprenticeship
An apprenticeship at Level 6 or 7 in England (Level 6 in Wales) where you can get a bachelor's or master's degree while working. Not every Level 6 or 7 apprenticeship includes a degree.

Definitions are our own plain-English summaries. Where we give figures, they come from the official sources listed on the linked guide or profile. Rules can change, so check the official source before you make decisions.