Suffolk apprenticeship achievement rate among top five universities in England

The University of Suffolk is among the top five university apprenticeship providers in England for its achievement rate, according to latest statistics.

Data released by the Department for Education and Department for Work and Pensions showed the University had a 90.8% achievement rate for the 2024/25 academic year cohort – well above the overall national achievement rate of 65.4% for all providers.

It means the University is ranked fifth among university providers and fourth among medium-sized university providers – those with apprentice cohort sizes between 40 and 499 learners.

For all medium sized providers, the University’s achievement rate ranks 24th out of 787 providers.

Marek Hornak, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Commercial and Academic Partnerships at the University of Suffolk, said: “The University works hard to ensure our apprentices enjoy a quality learning experience which equips them with the knowledge, skills and behaviours to excel in their future careers, and these fantastic figures in the latest government data underline this commitment.”

Yvonne Malpass, Director of Apprenticeships at the University of Suffolk, added: “We have established important links with employers across a wealth of sectors, meaning our learners – whether they are young new apprentices looking to make their first foray into their chosen field, career changers, or existing employees looking to upskill and progress in their industry – can be confident their studies will prepare them well for their future endeavours.”

The University’s achievement rate for 2024/25 learners was across four apprenticeship standards – Digital and Technology Solutions Specialist, Nursing Associate, Registered Nurse Degree and Social Worker.

Since then, the University has expanded its apprenticeship provision, launching the Level 4 Associate Project Manager and Level 6 Environmental Health Practitioner apprenticeships for 2025/26.

For 2026, the University is also planning to launch a number of new standards, subject to validation, to help meet industry skills needs and boost opportunities in the region.

The University is already engaging with key employers, with tech firm Halo among those to work with the University on the upcoming Level 6 Project Manager standard.

To find out more about studying a higher or degree apprenticeship at the University, visit the webpage here.