What is an apprenticeship? 

An apprenticeship is a structured training programme that allows you to earn a salary while gaining practical skills and a formal qualification. Unlike traditional academic routes, apprenticeships are designed in partnership with employers and delivered on the job – meaning your learning is directly relevant to your current or future role. 

The Future of Work Is Data-Driven 

As the demand for data-driven decision-making and automation grows, organisations across all sectors face a critical skills gap in Data and AI. Traditional degrees are often too slow or too theoretical to meet today’s fast-changing industry needs. Apprenticeships offer a flexible, agile alternative – blending academic rigor with hands-on experience. 

Designed for Individuals & Employers Alike 

For Individuals
Whether you’re new to data or looking to advance in AI, apprenticeships help you build expertise without stepping away from your career. 

For Employers
Boost your team’s capabilities in data science and AI while retaining talent. Programmes are eligible for 95–100% government funding in the UK. 

For Career Switchers or Graduates
Transition into tech roles with real-world training and certification – no need for a second degree. 

Our partner

We partner with apprenticeship provider Cambridge Spark, whose apprenticeships are designed to empower professionals to thrive in the data economy, offering programmes in Data Analysis, Data Science, Machine Learning, and AI, all delivered alongside full-time employment. 

Cambridge Spark lets employees take a 15-month MSc equivalent Level 7 AI and Data Science for Health apprenticeship, while still doing their jobs and earning a wage. For employers it’s a chance to skill up their workforce, making use of the money many of them already pay the government in the Apprenticeships Levy.

For more information, visit the Cambridge Spark website.

Looking for details on the Level 7 AI & Data Science apprenticeship, or how to apply?

Visit our Level 7 AI & Data Science apprenticeship scheme page, which has details about the application process.