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Location - Bolton, Greater Manchester
12/02/2025
Ilyas Ali, aged 39, explains why he feels so passionately about his apprenticeship with Bolton Council, in partnership with the University of Greater Manchester
Background
Ilyas has lived in Bolton all his life and after attending Bolton School, he graduated with a degree in business management from the University of Lancaster, before working in variety of different jobs, in factories, offices, security, catering and retail.
He applied for an apprenticeship in 2017 with Bolton Council, gaining an initial qualification with Wigan and Leigh College.
University of Greater Manchester
Ilyas enrolled at the University of Greater Manchester more than four years ago, on a Civil Engineering programme, working at the council four days a week and studying at the University’s main campus in Bolton for one day a week.
He has worked on numerous projects, including managing traffic calming measures on an estate in Little Lever, Bolton and is now overseeing the implementation of a first wave of residential disabled parking bays in the borough.
He said: “I really like working for Bolton Council, it is a great environment and when I am given the opportunity to manage a project, I am encouraged to take complete ownership of it, which is fantastic experience.
“I have also been pleased with the support I have received from the apprenticeship team at the University.”
Praise for the Apprenticeship scheme
Ilyas said he would “recommend the apprenticeship route to anyone”. He added: “You’re getting paid to learn – what’s not to like!
“It is the perfect way to get into your chosen career. Being in the working environment puts your learning into context and forces you into good working habits and disciplines.
“As I gain qualifications, at the council I move up a grade pay wise and my salary increases.”
For more information please visit our websites:
Apprenticeships | University of Bolton
If you already have an employer willing to support you on an apprenticeship, please get in touch by emailing apprentices@bolton.ac.uk
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