Project Management
Project Management Apprenticeship
Babcock · University Centre Weston
Location
Bristol
Postcode
BS16 1EJ
Salary
Starting at £27,381
Duration
4 years
Positions available
1
Level
Level 6 – Degree
Degree awarded
BSc in Project Management
Start date
1 September 2027
Application deadline
8 December 2026
Vacancy reference
74987
Minimum grades
GCSE Maths and English grade 4/C or above, or equivalent Level 2 qualification; plus 3 A Levels grade C or above, T Level Pass with grade C or above in core component, or BTEC Extended Diploma grade MMM
Disability Confident
✓ Yes
About the role
As a Project Management Degree Apprentice at Babcock, you'll be part of something bigger from day one. While working towards a BSc in Project Management, you'll contribute to projects that are essential to national security. You'll gain real-world experience, learn from industry experts, and play a key role in delivering projects that help create a safer, more secure world. One of your core responsibilities will be supporting the planning and delivery of Maintenance Periods for in-service UK submarines. Working within the Submarine Support Engineering (SSE) team, you'll gain experience managing complex programmes and discover first-hand the strategic importance of the UK's submarine fleet.
Requirements
GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above, or an equivalent Level 2 qualification, plus one of the following: 3 A Levels at grade C or above, preferably in related subjects such as Maths, Science, or IT; T Level Pass (with a grade C or above in the core component); BTEC Extended Diploma at grade MMM (Merit, Merit, Merit). Strong communication skills, the ability to work well in a team, good organisational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for project management. Must be able to achieve and maintain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance. Must be a sole UK national.
Skills
Advanced planning and scheduling techniquesCommunication and stakeholder managementProblem-solving and decision-makingTeam leadership and collaborationRisk assessment and mitigationMulti-disciplinary team leadershipStakeholder expectation managementProject lifecycle management
Required qualifications
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade 4/C
Essential
GCSE · English · Grade 4/C
Essential
A Level · Any (preferably Maths, Science, or IT) · Grade C
Desired
T Level · Any · Grade C
Desired
BTEC Extended Diploma · Any · Grade MMM
Training & development
You'll work towards a BSc in Project Management through a structured degree apprenticeship. Your academic learning will be delivered online via virtual day release, where you'll take part in interactive lectures, seminars, and workshops designed to build your theoretical understanding of project management principles and practices. The remainder of your time will be spent onsite at Babcock, where you'll apply your learning in a real-world setting.
Additional training
You'll be automatically enrolled onto our Apprentice Development Programme. Through a series of digital and face to face sessions, presented by wellbeing and performance experts and our external partners, we will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to thrive and perform at your very best on your programme and beyond.
Future prospects
By the end of your apprenticeship, you'll be ready to take the role of an Assistant Project Manager within Babcock. Our programme is designed to equip you with the skills and experience needed to excel in project management. With a strong emphasis on professional development, you'll have access to numerous progression opportunities both within the Project Management function and across the wider business.
Company benefits
Fully funded qualification, Personal development training and opportunities, Minimum 28 days holiday allowance including bank holidays, Competitive pension scheme, Employee share scheme, Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme and employee shopping savings portal. You'll also have the chance to get involved in our STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities.
Things to consider
A successful application is dependent on acceptance by the University Centre Weston. Many of our programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be able to achieve and maintain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance. Under applicable national security legislation, this post may only be occupied by a sole UK national.
About Babcock
Babcock is a defence and nuclear support company working on projects essential to national security.
If this one works out
This role is in Bristol. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £650–£900 a month.