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National Apprenticeship Week at NTU

National Apprenticeship Week returns from 5 -11 February 2024 with a series of in-person and online events taking place at NTU and across the UK over the seven-day period.

The theme of this year's National Apprenticeship Week is 'Skills for Life' and celebrates the many ways that apprentices are having a positive impact in workplaces across the UK.

Find a list of activities taking place at NTU during National Apprenticeship Week 2024 below:

Apprenticeships Open Day

Date: Thursday 8 February 2024
Time: 1 - 4 pm
Location: Newton Building, City Campus

Apprenticeship Open Day

This event is for anyone looking to find out more about life as an apprentice at NTU.

During the Apprenticeships Open Day, you will have the opportunity to meet employers and current apprentices, as well as academics, course leaders, industry experts and more.

Featuring interactive sessions and live presentations, find out everything you need to know about apprenticeships including where to find an apprenticeship and how to apply.

Online Discovery event for Employers

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Date: Tuesday 6 February 2024
Time: 12 - 1.30 pm
Location: MS Teams, Online

This online lunchtime event is designed to help employers thinking about taking on an apprentice to find out more information about NTU apprenticeships.

We'll outline the benefits of taking on apprentice and will share some of the reasons why we've been rated the #1 university for apprenticeships in the Midlands (RateMyApprenticeship 2023). Find out why hundreds of employers choose NTU as their training provider, and receive advice and guidance on our full range of courses.

Ask questions relating to individual courses in breakout rooms, take part in a Q and A session and meet our apprenticeships team.

Apprenticeships at NTU

We offer a number of higher and degree apprenticeships, ranging from levels 3-7, across eight industry areas:

  • Business and Administration
  • Childcare and Education
  • Construction
  • Digital
  • Food and Drink
  • Health and Science
  • Law
  • Social Work

Our apprenticeship courses are developed in collaboration with industry experts, so you can be sure to receive the right knowledge and insights to hit the ground running.

Find out more on our Apprenticeships webpage.

NTU Apprenticeship Awards 2024

The NTU Apprenticeship Awards 2024 take place on Wednesday 1 May.

We will reveal the nominees on Friday 9 February at 2 pm.

Check back then to find out who has made this year's shortlist.

Rated #1 for Apprenticeships

NTU has once again been crowned the top university provider of degree apprenticeships in the East Midlands according to RateMyApprenticeship Top 50 Training Providers 2023!

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Be sure to connect with us on social media for exclusive content throughout the week, including 'A Day in the Life' of an apprentice, success stories and much more.

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To learn more about any of our events for National Apprenticeship Week or apprenticeships at NTU, please contact the Apprenticeships team.