Rail engineering apprenticeship scheme launched by university
GIVEN THE much publicised state of the country’s rail network, a new degree course launched by Sheffield Hallam University could not be more timely.
The railway engineering apprenticeship scheme has been designed in partnership with Amey Counsulting with the aim of bringing new talent into the industry.
The fully funded five-year course will enable 30 new students to work on real-life engineering problems on live railway projects in parallel with their studies.
The head of engineering at Amey Consulting, James Andrews, said: “Future graduates from the scheme will not only possess the academic qualifications that come from studying at Sheffield Hallam University, but also practical, business-focused vocational skills obtained through real world experience,
gained in our design offices and on site.”
More than 1,000 candidates registered interest in the scheme which will have placements in York, Derby, Manchester, Swindon, Bristol and Birmingham, and the successful applicants will start the course next month.
On completion, they will graduate with a degree in railway engineering, as well as having gained sufficient experience and knowledge to register as an incorporated engineer with the Institute of Engineering and Technology.
Sheffield Hallam University’s business development manager, Kim Holland, said: “By having an employer like Amey Consulting actively involved in content development and delivery, it means we have been able to create a true partnership programme.
“We have worked hand-inhand to ensure the programme meets the needs of the company, from selecting the best apprenticeship, recruiting the new apprentices and designing the programme.
“The knowledge and expertise from both partners will provide the new degree apprentices with unrivalled learning, which will put them in excellent stead for a successful, life-long career.”