Technology Degree Apprentice Review
at PwC
Degree Apprenticeship
Information Technology
Birmingham
Review Submitted: February 2022
Overall Rating
4.4 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
During 1st, 2nd, and and 4th year, it's just the standard university life, doing the same course as all other students. During placement, I've been doing product management, which involves managing the product backlog for new products and overseeing development and deciding the direction of the product
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I love my program. It's the best of both worlds with the perfect blend of university and industry experience, and to get paid on top of no tuition fees is incredible.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes, I've learned product management skills, experience in Agile software development, interpersonal skills like communication and managing stakeholders, and technical skills as well.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The program is very well structured, and there are many staff involved in making sure everything runs smoothly.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive lots of support; everyone wants to make sure we succeed and there's always someone to talk to when you have questions to ask
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Good amount of support from the university, but on such a busy course it makes sense that not everyone can have full support at all times
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It's very useful to have the technical skills from the university course, as it puts me in a better position than my non-technical colleagues in many areas of work
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
Yes, so many. I personally get involved in football, but there are vast amounts of activities to choose from.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Wonderful colleagues, relaxed work environment, excellent offices, engaging work, supportive atmosphere
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?
Google PwC Professional and think of areas where you have shown those skills in your life
