Business in Technology - Degree Apprenticeship
A unique blended learning programme combining a Master’s degree with on-the-job training in tech-driven business leadership.
Best for:Best for individuals aged 16 or over with a second-class honours degree or equivalent, seeking to advance their careers in tech-powered business leadership through a blended learning experience.
Overview
This Degree Apprenticeship at Ulster University integrates academic study with practical work experience, preparing participants for leadership roles in technology-enabled business environments. Designed for school leavers or career changers, it offers a part-time Master’s degree while working full-time in a tech-related role. The programme emphasizes hands-on learning, with weekly classes and self-paced tutorials, ensuring graduates gain both theoretical knowledge and real-world expertise. Applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria, including employment status and academic qualifications, to qualify for this innovative pathway.
What you'll do
- Complete a part-time Master’s degree while working full-time in a tech-related role.
- Attend weekly 3-hour classes and engage with pre-recorded tutorials for self-paced study.
- Develop leadership and business capabilities in a technology-powered world.
- Apply academic knowledge directly to workplace challenges under employer supervision.
- Collaborate with peers and mentors to enhance professional growth and skill development.
Requirements
Degree required: A second-class honours degree or better from a UK/Ireland university, or an equivalent qualification (e.g., Graduate Diploma/Certificate with 50% standard). Exceptional experiential learning may be considered as an alternative.
Degree offered: Master’s degree (Level 7, UK)
Language: English; Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5 (or equivalent, e.g., Trinity ISE Pass at Level III).
Instruction: English
- Proven ability to work in a tech-related role with at least 21 hours per week.
- Competence in written and spoken English (GCSE grade C or equivalent).
- Ability to meet academic entry requirements for the programme.
- Must be a school leaver aged 16 or over.
- Must be newly employed (less than 6 months) or about to start a permanent role with 21+ hours/week.
- Must have a right to live and work in the UK.
- Employer must have a permanent base in Northern Ireland and comply with UK/HMRC payroll requirements.
- Employer must not be a public sector organization.
- Can apply if already holding a degree, provided the new course is unrelated or higher-level.
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How to apply
Deadline: flexible (upon employer offer)
Applicants must first secure an offer of employment from a participating employer in Northern Ireland. Once employed, they should apply through Ulster University’s online portal. Ensure both academic and employment eligibility criteria are met before applying.
- CV or resume
- Proof of employment offer (or current employment contract)
- Academic transcripts (degree or equivalent qualification)
- Proof of English language proficiency (e.g., IELTS score or equivalent)
- Portfolio of written evidence (if applying via experiential learning route)
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