Renishaw is a global company with core skills in measurement, motion control, spectroscopy and precision machining. They develop innovative products that significantly advance customers’ operational performance – from improving manufacturing efficiencies and raising product quality, to maximising research capabilities and improving the efficacy of medical procedures.

They offer both software and engineering apprenticeships, which are generally 4 years in length. You will generally be part of a number of placements. The apprenticeship allows you to continue learning and acquiring qualifications.

Embedded Electronic Engineering degree apprenticeships

This structuredDegree Apprenticeship will give successful candidates the opportunity to study for a degree whilst working on exciting and challenging work placements.

You will study towards a BEng in Electronic and Computer Engineering, accredited by the University of the West of England (UWE), with two days a week being spent studying for the first year, thereafter on a day release scheme.

Entry requirements

• Three A levels which must include Maths, and can include two of the following subjects: Computing/Computer Science; Design and Technology; Electronics; Engineering; ICT; Further Maths.
• Applicants must have the minimum of 120 UCAS points (in the new tariff system) which equates to BBB. Applicants must have at least a C in Maths, although a B is preferred. Please provide predicted grades if you are still studying.

Software engineering degree apprenticeships

You will study towards a BSc in Digital and Technology Solutions via blended learning with the University of Exeter.The University of Exeter programme is a four-year course delivered through a blended learning model

Entry Requirements

> Either three A levels at AAB, with at least one in either Maths or Physics, and a second in a Computer Science related subject;
> OR a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma at DDD, in a Computer Science related subject.

Software developer higher apprenticeship

You will study towards a Level 4 Software Development apprenticeship with QA Apprenticeships in Bristol. This is done through classroom training and online distance learning. You will specialise in the Microsoft C# programming language and undertake 6 modules in this chosen field.

Entry Requirements

> Either three A levels at AAB, with at least one in either Maths or Physics, and a second in a Computer Science related subject;
> OR a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma at DDD, in a Computer Science related subject.