There are loads of different ways of becoming an engineer, you have to focus on the best way for you!
If you like the practical side you might get that in an apprenticeship, but if you want a more theoretical education with practical elements or perhaps get involved in research then university might be best. I would suggest trying out the schemes like Inspire, Headstart and Smallpiece and get some experience of engineering and university life.
There are many pathways to becoming an engineer and they can cross over. You could take an engineering B-Tec course or a-levels to get either a university placement or an apprenticeship. A lot of large manufacturing companys are willing to pay for their apprentices to continue onto university and pay for their degree as part of their career progression or after getting a degree you could get a place on an industrial traineeship or graduate program which are very similar to the apprentice scheme.
It really depends on how you want to learn and what works best for your circumstances with grades or finances for higher education courses.
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