Level 6 Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship - Data Analytics

REQ ID:127920

JOB TITLE: Level 6 Digital & Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship – Data Analytics Pathway

POSTING END DATE: 3rd March 2025

START DATE: 8th September 2025

PROGRAMME DURATION: 4 years.

LOCATION: Gaydon, Whitley , Ansty Park, Lyons Park

 

Hybrid working is potentially available, depending on the area and manager. JLR is a multi-site business and you’ll be required to spend time working with different departments at several locations.

 

ACHIEVE THE EXCEPTIONAL

 

You’ve picked the perfect time to take the first step on an extraordinary career path with JLR’s apprenticeship programme and be at the forefront of tomorrow’s technology. Experience first-hand how innovation shapes the future of mobility. Arrive as you are. Achieve the exceptional.

 

Your journey begins here.

 

Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship

 

Our Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeships are aimed at people who have a passion for learning and innovation.

 

Increasingly automated. Ever more sophisticated. This is the future our vision holds for our vehicles. As a Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprentice, you will implement technology solutions aligned to your pathway, to develop new products and services and increase productivity using digital technologies. JLR is a world leader in engineering – we make incredible luxury vehicles. Our aspirations are no different for Digital & Technology. Our people, our teams and our culture are at the heart of everything we do. We are natives of the Agile and “DevOps” world and are here to solve complex technical challenges.

 

The Level 6 Digital and Technology Solutions Degree apprenticeship programme takes four years to complete and adheres to the Institute for Apprenticeships & Technical Education (IfATE) Digital and Technoloogy Solutions Professional standard. For more details, please visit the IfATE apprenticeship standard webpage: https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/st0119-v1-2

 

As an apprentice, you will develop the Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours (KSBs) outlined in the apprenticeship standard. These will be assessed during your End Point Assessment (EPA), where you will demonstrate the competencies and skills you’ve gained throughout the programme.

 

Data Analytics pathway

 

Innovation starts life in numbers. Data dictates where we go next. You’ll tell us what it’s saying. But first, we need to make you fluent in this unique language. By the end of the programme, you’ll understand data structures, software development procedures and analytical tools we use.

 

This pathway will expose you to key areas including Data Science & Machine Learning and Business Analytics & Visualisation, and you could find yourself working within Information Digital and Technology (IDT), Engineering Operations (EO) or Engineering Body Chassis (EBC). You will be asked to indicate your preference during the application process.

 

WHAT TO EXPECT

 

During your apprenticeship, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience and career-building skills while working at the forefront of the automotive industry. This exciting programme is designed to help you build practical skills, deepen your foundational knowledge, and develop essential business behaviours such as teamwork and problem-solving. And you’ll be supported by a JLR early careers cohort leader, the university team, and your line manager every step of the way.

 

You’ll achieve a BSc (Hons) degree in Digital and Technology Solutions developed in conjunction with the University of Warwick. For more details on the degree course, please visit: https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/wmg/study/degree-apprenticeships/digital-technology-solutions/

 

Year 1 – 2

 

This programme is delivered through a combination of online study, face-to-face lectures, independent learning each week. This gives you the chance to apply your learning from University of Warwick to projects in a real-world environment. You’ll study a range of modules designed to build your essential knowledge, skills and behaviours, with regular process reviews along to way to ensure you’re getting the support you need from your tutors and line manager.

 

Years 3-4

 

In years 3 and 4 you will complete modules related to your chosen specialism - Data Analytics. In your final year, you’ll complete a work-based project as part of your End Point Assessment (EPA). This is an opportunity for you to use the skills and experience you gained throughout your time on the programme and apply them directly to your role. And when you’ve successfully completed your EPA, you’ll achieve your Level 6 Apprenticeship and taking on new responsibilities and making a meaningful impact within the business.

 

Information and Digital Technology (IDT) - Gaydon

 

At the heart of this highly entrepreneurial team, you’ll contribute to pioneering projects, solve commercial problems and influence every aspect of our business. Whether you’re addressing global programmes and organisational design or delivery costs and quality targets, your insights and solutions will create an impact.

 

You’ll learn data structures and how to effectively use our analytical tools. You will also support the team in solving complex analytics problems, deploying solutions into the business and creating reusable data assets. You will learn how to work in an agile environment (Scrum methodology) and use industry-standard tools such as Jira. You will also learn about modern development methodologies and processes and help the team with user and business engagement and understanding and documenting requirements.

 

In your third year, you will build your skills in problem structuring, data wrangling, modelling and visualisation, data science and analytical strategy skills before developing a key specialism in the fourth and final year (data science, data engineering, data analytics).

 

Engineering Operations (EO) - Gaydon, Whitley with occasional travel to Ansty and Lyons Park

 

Engineering Operations (EO) are at the heart of JLR Engineering. Involved at every stage of the engineering process, they underpin technical innovation and product delivery with programme management, tools and processes and specialist technical services to deliver our world class products. A diverse team, Engineering Operations harness a variety of skill sets, from project management, information management and data analytics, to building and testing prototypes. By joining Engineering Operations, you will not only grow your career, but you will make a difference.

 

You could find yourself focusing on activities such as validating data measurements for testing, developing automation evaluation tools, correlating and validating data or identifying data quality improvements. You will develop skills such as agile project management, data quality tools and process development, data management, data presentation and data visualisation.

 

Engineering Body Chassis (EBC)

 

The EBC team are responsible for most of what you see and touch in our cars. We work closely with JLR’s creative studios to translate award-winning concepts into engineering reality while factoring in things like performance, manufacturability, sustainability, cost and weight. If you join this team, you’ll be responsible for developing real-world engineering solutions.

 

WHAT’S REQUIRED?

 

To apply, you’ll need to have achieved GCSE Maths and English Language at level 5 (C) or above. You’ll also need three additional GCSEs at level 5 (C) or higher, to include one STEM (science, technology, engineering or maths) subject In addition, you will need to have achieved or be on track to achieve A-level Maths at grade B or higher and an additional A-level in Physics, Chemistry, Design & Technology, ICT, Computer Science, Economics or Engineering at grade C or higher.

 

If you do not hold or are not studying for the qualifications above but believe you have equivalent awards or skills, please contact us at apprent@jaguarlandrover.com for a discussion before submitting your application.

 

REWARDS AND BENEFITS

 

Our 2025 apprenticeship programme salary is £26,092. You’ll also enjoy a generous holiday allowance, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, an excellent pension scheme and access to a wide range of deals and discounts from retailers and sports clubs.

 

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

 

At JLR, we’re passionate about our people. They are at the heart of our business. We’re committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive culture that is representative of the society in which we live; a culture in which every one of our employees can bring their authentic self to work and reach their full potential.

 

JLR is committed to delivering equal opportunities for all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with our recruitment team so we can accommodate your needs.

 

To learn more about diversity and inclusion at JLR, please visit our website.

 

ARRIVE AS YOU ARE. ACHIEVE THE EXCEPTIONAL.

 

You will channel your curiosity and creativity every day, sharpening your skills for a successful, transformative career. You own your development, and only you can make it happen. We’ll be there right by your side in your pursuit of exceptional, and we’ll provide all the encouragement and support you need for a long, fulfilling career. Your potential for impact starts here.

 

Please be aware that we may close our programmes at any point and at short notice based on the volume of applications received. To give yourself the best chance of being considered for a place on this programme, please apply early.

 

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