London apprenticeships

London apprenticeship sectors

London apprenticeship FAQs

Straight answers on London pay, employers and entry requirements.

What apprenticeships are available in London?

London has the UK's deepest mix of apprenticeships: finance and banking, professional services, tech and software, cyber, engineering, construction and the built environment, media and creative, hospitality, healthcare and the public sector (TfL, NHS, Civil Service, GLA). Levels 2 through 7 (degree and master's).

How much do London apprentices earn?

London apprentices typically earn more than the UK average. Level 3 roles commonly start at £18,000–£24,000; Level 6 and 7 (degree) apprenticeships at large London employers — Big 4, investment banks, tech firms, TfL, Network Rail — often pay £25,000–£40,000+ in year one.

Do London apprenticeships pay enough to live in London?

Many do, especially Level 4+ and degree apprenticeships at large employers. Most apprentices in Greater London live at home or share, and benefit from discounted travel — under-25 apprentices can get a 30% off Apprentice Oyster photocard.

Which London employers run the biggest apprenticeship schemes?

PwC, Deloitte, EY, KPMG, JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs, BT, IBM, Microsoft, Google, the Civil Service, TfL, Network Rail, the NHS, the GLA, Skanska, Balfour Beatty, Mace, Sky and the BBC all run large London apprenticeship programmes.

Can I do an apprenticeship in London if I don't already live there?

Yes — many London apprenticeships are open to applicants from across the UK. You will need a plan for travel or accommodation, but commuting from Greater London, the home counties or moving for the role is common.