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Apprenticeship

Geotechnical engineer (integrated degree)

Level
7
Master's level
Length
2.5 yrs
typical
Sector
Engineering and manufacturing
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Understand, model and analyse the ground.

What you'd do

Review and interpret ground investigation borehole logs
Carry out geotechnical calculations and design checks
Use software to model soil and groundwater behaviour
Write geotechnical reports and risk assessments
Attend site visits to observe ground conditions
Liaise with structural and civil engineers on design
Present findings to clients and project stakeholders

What you'd learn

Soil and rock mechanics - strength, stiffness, and permeability
Ground investigation planning, specification, and interpretation
Foundation, retaining wall, and slope design principles
Numerical modelling of ground-structure interaction
Risk assessment and management for ground hazards
Eurocode and British Standards for geotechnical design
Technical report writing and professional engineering ethics
Ready to look for a place?
See live Geotechnical engineer (integrated degree) apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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