The British Army

BRITISH ARMY VOTED NUMBER 1 IN THE TOP 100 APPRENTICESHIP EMPLOYERS 2023 FOR THE THIRD YEAR RUNNING.

We have close to 15,000 apprentices currently enrolled on apprenticeships from Level 2 to Level 6 across more than 40 different programmes.

That means that over 95% of soldiers enroll on an apprenticeship scheme when they start their initial trade training.

Your apprenticeship will be on one of the following areas: Public services and health, Engineering, Communications & I.T, Animal care, Logistics, Construction, Business Administration.

The type of apprenticeship that you will do, will depend on your chosen role in the Army.

You’ll do the apprenticeship most relevant to your job role, as part of your initial trade training.

The apprenticeships are designed with other employers, ensuring the training is to industry standards and approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.

Our Officers provide the Army with the leadership and direction we need to overcome pressing challenges in the UK and across the globe.

Whether you are still in school, studying at university, have graduated, or decided to opt for the world of work, there is a place for you as an Army Officer.

JOIN AS A NON-GRADUATE:

University is not for everyone, and most Officer roles do not require a degree. However, if it is a degree you want, minus the student debt, the Army offers a fully funded BSc Leadership and Strategic Studies course in partnership with the University of Reading. Your 44 weeks at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst will contribute towards a third of your degree, which you can then complete over the next three to six years.

JOIN AS A GRADUATE:

Some people have their heart set on going to university, and some of our Officer roles do require specialist degrees before you can join – including qualified medical or legal positions. If you want to join the Army after university, we can support you with several bursary options, ranging from £6,000 to £75,000, to support you through your education.

Interested in finding out more about the financial support available?