Official Trade Apprenticeship Standard
Data Scientist & AI Specialist Apprenticeship Pathway
Everything you need to know about starting a Data Scientist & AI Specialist apprenticeship: entry qualifications, wage progression, Levy funding rules, and training provider options.
Apprenticeship Standard Details
DURATION
36 Months
START WAGE
£27,300/yr
SOC CODE
2135
Entry Requirements:
- MSc or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, or Mathematics
- Published research or proven production ML model deployments
Typical Learning Modules:
• Python (PyTorch / TensorFlow)
• Machine Learning / LLMs
• SQL & BigQuery
• Statistical Modeling
Certification Outcome
Degree / Professional Accreditation for Data Scientist & AI Specialist
Top Training Providers
- Imperial College London
- University of Manchester
- QA Higher Education
Apprenticeship Standards & Source Attribution
Primary Source: Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE) Occupational Standards • UK National Apprenticeship Service.
Wage Information: Minimum wage benchmarks reflect the UK National Minimum Wage for Apprentices (2026/27). Qualified pay rates reflect ONS ASHE survey data.
Last Reviewed: August 2026 • Next Review: April 2027
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