Modern Apprenticeships 

Our apprenticeship programmes blend academic learning and qualifications with hands-on industry experience, creating the talented workforce of the future. 

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What is a Modern Apprenticeship? 

A Modern Apprenticeship (MA) is the perfect way to earn while you learn; get a job, get paid, and get qualified all at the same time. 

MAs are an ideal way to gain the skills needed to build the career you want, perfect for ambitious individuals looking to succeed in their chosen industry.

We deliver MAs in a lot of different industries – not just the ones you’d traditionally associate with apprenticeships. 

Fife College is a leading provider of apprenticeship programmes in Scotland. Not only do we manage one of the largest and most well-established college contracts in the country for MAs, we pride ourselves on the development of our employer relationships with an extensive network of over 420 clients across a number of sectors and industries. 

Did you Know?

There are more than 12,000 employers involved in Scottish Apprenticeships with nearly 40,000 apprentices in jobs and work-based learning across Scotland. 

There are over 100 different types of Apprenticeships in Scotland, covering hundreds of different job types including: engineering, construction, financial and business services, health and social care, digital technology, tourism, and food and drink.

Pre-apprenticeship courses 

If you don’t get a Modern Apprenticeship at your first attempt, don’t worry. You may be best suited studying at college for a year, making sure you're ready for your next MA application. 

Studying on a full-time basis can help you further develop your knowledge and skills, providing you with an interview opportunity and great experiences to boost your CV!

Our partnerships and close links with industry ensure opportunities for valuable work experience and the chance to get hands-on experience in real-world settings - All of which helps make your dream job a reality through Fife College. 

Just give us a shout and we’ll try to help!

Email info@fife.ac.uk, or call us on 0344 248 0115.