Degree Apprentice (Level 6) - Fire Engineering

Combining 4 years of academic block-release study at UCLan with immediate on-the-job training, this 4.5-year Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship develops foundational skills in designing structural fire safety strategies, evacuation modeling, and regulatory compliance.

🎓 About the apprenticeship

You’ll complete a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship with the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), combining classroom learning with hands‑on experience.

Programme highlights:

• Duration: 4.5 years

  • 4 years of academic study

  • Final 6 months completing your End Point Assessment (EPA)

• Study location: UCLan campus, Preston

• Format: Block release (4 × two‑week blocks per year)

• Schedule: Monday – Friday, typically 09:00–16:00

We’ll support you every step of the way:

• 100% of tuition fees covered

• Travel and accommodation to the university paid

• Earn a salary while you learn

• Ongoing mentoring and structured development

👷‍♀️ What you’ll be doing

As a Degree Apprentice Fire Engineer, you’ll be learning on the job while contributing to real projects.

You’ll:

• Support the design of fire safety strategies across a variety of buildings and projects

• Assist in developing fire safety reports, drawings, and technical documentation

• Learn how to apply UK and international fire safety regulations

• Develop knowledge of smoke modelling, evacuation analysis, and fire protection systems

• Work alongside experienced Fire Engineers, gaining hands‑on experience from day one

• Build the skills needed to become a fully qualified Fire Engineer

🧠 What we’re looking for

We’re looking for curious, motivated individuals who are ready to commit to a long‑term professional pathway.

You’ll ideally have:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above)

• A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications (Maths or STEM preferred)

• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills

• A genuine interest in engineering, safety, or the built environment

• The ability to balance work and academic study

• Willingness to travel to Preston for block‑release study

🌍 Why Bureau Veritas?

We don’t just offer jobs — we build careers.

• Purpose‑driven work: Help create safer buildings and communities

• Fully funded degree: Graduate without student debt

• Expert mentorship: Learn from experienced Fire Engineers

• Career progression: Clear pathway into a permanent Fire Engineer role

• Global organisation: Be part of an internationally recognised brand

• Supportive culture: We invest in your development from day one