Higher and Degree Apprenticeships

This edited collection offers a comprehensive exploration of Higher and Degree Apprenticeships, bringing together perspectives from learners, employers, educators, coaches, providers, and policy influences. It provides readers with real-world insights into the application, potential challenges, and successes of higher degree apprenticeships alongside the knowledge and tools needed to thrive within this sector.

Divided into three key sections the book enables a holistic understanding of how Higher and Degree Apprenticeships function in practice. Part I focuses on the perspectives of key stakeholders, including the learner, employer, educator, university training provider, learner coach, and compliance and regulatory bodies. Part II explores industry contexts, with chapters dedicated to health and social care, education, business and management, finance, and cyber security.

This is an essential resource for students, educators, employers, and policymakers, as well as a must-read for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding or succeed in this dynamic and evolving field.

Emily Beaumont is an Associate Professor of Enterprise and Entrepreneurship and Head of REF at the University of Gloucestershire, UK.

Stephanie Reynolds is the stream lead for the Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship, Lecturer, and Learner Coach at the University of Gloucestershire, UK.

Matthew Scott is a Senior Lecturer and Apprenticeship Co-Ordinator at the University of Gloucestershire, UK.

Clare Taylor is the Academic Course Leader for the Senior Leader Apprenticeship and Senior People Professional Apprenticeship at the University of Gloucestershire, UK.