Levy-funded AI apprenticeships for Oxford employers. 100% funded through the Apprenticeship Levy or 95% co-funded for SMEs.
Oxford functions as a global hub for life sciences, research, and innovation. Major organisations including Oxford Biomedica, Immunocore, and numerous biotech enterprises are advancing cell therapies, immunotherapy, and precision medicine. Oxford University performs cutting-edge research spanning engineering, computer science, and medicine. BMW MINI Plant manufactures sophisticated vehicles. Sophos leads in cybersecurity globally.
This expansion has exposed significant talent shortages. Life sciences organisations require data scientists and AI specialists for drug discovery, clinical trials, and personalised medicine. Research centres need machine learning engineers. Manufacturing operations require AI-driven automation. Apprenticeships have become vital for upskilling current workforces.
AI apprenticeships let Oxford employers develop that talent using funding they're already paying. Levy-paying employers use their existing levy pot. Smaller employers access 95% government co-funding.
Life sciences and biotech companies pioneering cell therapy and immunotherapy. AI apprenticeships help data scientists and research analysts develop AI for drug discovery and clinical trial optimisation.
World-leading research institution. AI apprenticeships help researchers and computational biologists develop machine learning models and scale research impact.
BMW MINI Plant and advanced engineering suppliers. AI apprenticeships help production engineers and quality specialists adopt predictive maintenance and smart manufacturing.
Sophos and other technology firms. AI apprenticeships help security engineers and product managers build AI-powered security solutions and threat detection systems.
Professional services firms serving research, biotech, and innovation sectors. AI apprenticeships help consultants and analysts build AI solutions.
John Radcliffe Hospital and Oxford's NHS foundation trust. AI apprenticeships help clinical operations and IT teams deploy AI across diagnostics and patient scheduling.
For first-line managers who need to use data and AI tools to make better decisions, improve team performance, and lead change.
The core hands-on programme. Build, test, and deploy AI and automation solutions using Microsoft Copilot, Power Automate, or Google Workspace AI. No coding required. 15 months, fully levy-funded.
Three Level 5 apprenticeship units, AI Strategy, AI Governance, and AI Transformation, built for senior leaders. 8–12 weeks per unit, no EPA, up to £2,250 combined funding per leader. TESS Group is one of the first approved providers.
For HR, L&D, and people managers. Embed AI into recruitment, performance management, workforce planning, and employee engagement.
Operational excellence through AI. Supply chain optimisation, process automation, quality improvement, and operational analytics.
Advanced programme for technical specialists. Machine learning engineering, neural networks, NLP, and responsible AI at scale.
Interactive training via Zoom or Teams. Your team joins from their desks in Oxford. No travel, no disruption.
For employers who prefer face-to-face, we deliver at your Oxford offices. Same programme, same quality.
Every learner gets a dedicated skills coach who understands their role, industry, and goals.
Yes. This includes Oxford Biomedica, Immunocore, Sophos, University of Oxford, and other major regional employers. TESS Group delivers remotely throughout Oxford and the Oxford-Cambridge Arc. Non-levy employers access 95% government co-funding.
No. Apprenticeship training can be delivered remotely by any DWP-approved provider in England. TESS Group is Ofsted Good-rated and delivers live training via Zoom or Microsoft Teams.
For organisations like Oxford Biomedica and Immunocore, the AI & Automation Level 4 covers data analytics, process automation, and AI-powered drug discovery workflows. For research leaders, the AI for Operations Leaders Level 4 develops strategic capability.
Absolutely. Team members at the Science Park, Headington, Cowley, Harwell, Cambridge, and anywhere in the Arc can join the same cohort.
Every programme includes up to five qualifications: the apprenticeship standard, Microsoft Certifications, NCFE Digital Qualifications, vendor-specific credentials, and workplace evidence.
New cohorts start every 4-6 weeks. Typical timeline is 2-4 weeks from enquiry to first learner starting.
Whether you want to test AI apprenticeships with a small pilot or roll out across your Oxford team, we make it simple.