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Degree apprenticeship

An apprenticeship at level 6 or 7 in which the apprentice gains a full bachelor's or master's degree while working.

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Topic
Qualifications

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Apprenticeship All four UK nations (details may differ)
A paid job with training, combining work with off-the-job study towards a recognised standard; available from level 2 to degree level (level 6 and 7).
Bachelor's degree All four UK nations (details may differ) United States International
A first university degree, usually three years in England, Wales and NI, four years in Scotland and four years in the US.

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