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Higher apprenticeship

An apprenticeship at levels 4 and 5 (sometimes used for 4 to 7).

Used in
England
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).
Degree apprenticeship England
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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