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Written by
Sara Skeffington
Published on
January 23, 2025

Doing a Level 7 Apprenticeship allows you to gain practical skills and theoretical knowledge. More people are opting for an apprenticeship as either the first step in their career or to help upskill and develop their professional experience.

Take the Career Match on the urfuture app and find out what apprenticeship would be right for you!

What is a Level 7 Apprenticeship?

A Level 7 Apprenticeship is the highest-level apprenticeship you can do. This combines hands-on learning within the workplace and academic study with ur training provider.

Level 7 Apprenticeships can take anywhere from 3 – 6 years to complete, depending on the sector, role, and employer. You’ll be expected to work for 80% of ur time at ur workplace, with the remaining 20% of ur working hours will be ur off-the-job (OTJ) training where you’ll do ur academic studying with ur training provider.

Who are Level 7 Apprenticeships For?

Anyone can do an apprenticeship as a route to get into their career or progress in their current role. Level 7 Apprenticeships are popular for those who’re looking for an alternative to a Master’s degree and want to gain real-life experience in a working environment.

A Level 7 Apprenticeship is the most challenging type of apprenticeship, and you’ll be given more responsibilities within ur role such as project management and leading a team.

Take a look at the live roles for Level 7 Apprenticeships on the urfuture app.

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What Qualifications Will I Get From Doing a Level 7 Apprenticeship?

A Level 7 Apprenticeship is equivalent to a Master’s degree, Level 7 NVQ, PGCSE, or Postgraduate Certificate. This makes it a great alternative for those wanting to take a different route than university.

Why Should I Do a Level 7 Apprenticeship?

There are many benefits of Level 7 Apprenticeships, including:

Achieving a Master’s-Level Qualification: Level 7 Apprenticeships are equivalent to a Master’s degree, allowing you to gain an advanced qualification without the costs of going to university.

Earn a Wage: Level 7 Apprentices will receive a wage from the start, so you can avoid student debt and earn while you learn.

Advance ur Career: Level 7 Apprenticeships are made to develop ur skills to a high level and prepare you for senior roles in ur chosen industry. This can fast-track ur career progression massively!

Flexibility: Level 7 Apprenticeships are designed to accommodate the working life, allowing you to balance work, study, and personal commitments.

What are the Entry Requirements for a Level 7 Apprenticeship?

If ur thinking about applying for a Level 7 Apprenticeship, you need to be:

• At least 18 years old.

• Eligible to work in the UK and have been a resident for at least 3 years before starting the apprenticeship.

• Achieved at least 5 GCSEs at grades 9 – 4 (A* - C), including English and Maths.

• Have a bachelor’s degree, Level 6 Apprenticeship qualification, or equivalent.

Depending on ur employer and training provider, they may also require relevant experience within the sector or ur current qualifications to be in a related subject to the apprenticeship.

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Level 7 Apprenticeships: Frequently Asked Questions

How can I apply for a Level 7 Apprenticeship?

You can apply for Level 7 Apprenticeships on the urfuture app – we have 100s of apprenticeship roles with some of the leading providers in the UK. To apply, make sure you’ve completed Career Match to know what roles you’ll be best suited to.

What kind of apprenticeship can I do at Level 7?

Level 7 Apprenticeships are available across a variety of sectors and industries, including Finance and Accounting, Science, and Business and Administration. View the live roles on the urfuture app.

Are there any Level 7 Apprenticeships near me?

Level 7 Apprenticeships are available across the UK in all major cities such as Birmingham, Manchester, and Bristol. See what apprenticeship roles are available near you on the urfuture app.

Do I have to pay for my Level 7 Apprenticeship training?

Nope! Apprentices aren’t required to pay for their apprenticeship training. The cost of ur Level 7 Apprenticeship is covered by the government and ur employer.

How much can I earn doing a Level 7 Apprenticeship?

As Level 7 apprentice, you’ll earn at least Apprentice Minimum wage for ur first year, rising to National Minimum Wage for ur age group following that.

However, depending on ur role, employer, and sector, some Level 7 Apprentices can earn over £30,000 in their first year. Take a look at the live roles on the urfuture app along with their salaries, benefits, and specific requirements.