Degree-level apprenticeships guidelines for learners

Degree apprenticeships: What learners need to know

Brenden Mischewski

A practical guide to designing, delivering, and supporting degree apprenticeships in Aotearoa New Zealand. 

Degree apprenticeships are a powerful way to connect learning and earning. They combine a recognised degree with meaningful, paid employment, providing learners with valuable skills, employers with workforce-ready talent, and Aotearoa New Zealand with a more resilient and equitable education system.

This toolkit has been developed to support all those involved in degree apprenticeships, and help make them a meaningful and successful experience.

Whether you’re leaving school and embarking on a career, or an existing employee looking to upskill, we’ve created this resource with you in mind.

Other guides in the toolkit provide enabling framework, and detailed guidance for employers and tertiary providers.