Queen Mary University of London, London

What is it like to be a learner with this provider?

Apprentices demonstrate exceptionally positive attitudes towards their studies. They are committed to their education and training and are keen to make progress. They are keen to do well because they want to move on to higher level study. For example, on completion of their programme, many level 4 investment operations specialist apprentices move on to degree-level study. Apprentices aspire to achieve high grades and a large proportion do so.

Apprentices develop substantial new knowledge and skills. They swiftly put these into practice at work. For example, in class level 7 senior professional economist apprentices study statistical computing and data visualisation software. They then use this software at work to complete tasks such as modelling the impact of interest rate changes. The skills which apprentices develop reflect very well what employers in the financial sector need.

What does the provider do well and what does it need to do better?

Leaders and managers ensure that apprentices across all their programmes enjoy an excellent experience. They work very effectively with employers and industrial boards to select the right courses that help to meet the skills needs of the digital, healthcare and financial sectors. Apprentices benefit from an ambitious curriculum that is consistently demanding and highly relevant. Apprentices develop knowledge and skills that are highly valued in the sectors in which they work.

Leaders and managers place a significant emphasis on promoting social mobility, diversity and inclusion. For example, they design their recruitment processes to make sure that apprentices from under-represented groups and disadvantaged backgrounds have access to higher education. As a result, some apprentices embark on careers that they did not think were open to them such as being senior economic advisers.

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