Flying Start Degree programme Review

I'm usually given tasks by a senior team member (manager, senior associate). These tasks include but are not limited to audit testing, arranging client meetings, requesting for evidence from the client and ensuring workpapers are up-to-date.

I was able to develop my communication skills through regular internal and external meetings. I also developed my teamwork skills as this was essential for a good quality audit. I learnt a lot of new technical skills, such as using Excel functions and audit documentation.

I enjoyed it a lot because I've learnt a lot of technical and transferable skills. I also got to meet many amazing people within the firm and built meaningful relationships.

It's well structured in that we do a placement each academic year after first year. This means we can learn the theory during term time and then apply it to an actual audit during placement.

The support I received throughout my placement was excellent. There were a lot of people I could go to if I had concerns/general questions - such as the Flying Start Champions, my career coach and my buddy. I also got a lot of support from senior members in my team.

I don't have a training provider since I do my exams at university rather than whilst on placement, but I receive support at the office whenever I have to do any academic work as everyone is very understanding and helpful.

I think it's very useful to be able to learn the theory and then be able to apply it to a real world setting. I also received a lot of coaching/training on-the-job, which was also helpful and made me produce higher quality work.

Yes - there are sports events and socials throughout the year and there are People networks, which are similar to societies at university. These networks also have socials within them, so it's nice to be able to spend time outside of work with different groups of people.

Yes

I think PwC provides great opportunities for career progression and the culture is very welcoming and diverse. It was a much friendlier atmosphere than I expected and it's easy to network with more senior members such as senior managers, directors and partners.

Be honest in your application and don't feel intimidated. It's a great place to work if you want to learn/develop your skills and build a good network of people with a lot of knowledge and experience.