Armoured Corps Officer

As an officer you will always be a commander… You will receive some gunnery and driver training so that you’re not completely lost in an emergency.

Officers in the Royal Armoured Corps lead from the front, commanding vehicles and crews while making decisions that directly shape the outcome of missions.

Sandhurst itself was mostly about learning how to be a soldier, learning about leadership, military studies and platoon‑level tactics. It was a tough 44 weeks, but ultimately really rewarding and fun.

Officer training at Sandhurst is designed to build you into a confident leader. You’ll develop your decision-making, teamwork and resilience, alongside the skills needed to lead others in challenging situations.

As an officer we have a duty to look after our soldiers, physically but also mentally. We sometimes have to make difficult decisions, even when they’re not easy.

You’re given responsibility early on, but it’s introduced gradually. From the start, you’re trusted to look after yourself, your kit and support your team, with clear guidance and support in place. As you grow in confidence and skills, that responsibility increases. You’re never left to manage things alone. You’re shown what to do, why it matters, and how it fits into the bigger picture.

During training you live with others on your course, and when you join your unit you’ll normally have your own room in the mess.

During officer training, you’ll live on site in shared accommodation. It’s designed to help you focus, build routines and get to know the people you’ll train alongside.