Technology Degree Apprentice Review
at PwC
Degree Apprenticeship
Information Technology
Belfast
Review Submitted: February 2023
Overall Rating
3.9 /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!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.4/5
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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:
4/5
Whilst working for PwC, I am apart of a project were I get to observe and practise software engineering skills I have learnt in university. I am allowed time for training and development, I take on complicated tasks, and I am treated as an equal.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I thoroughly enjoy the programme, particularly the structure split between university and work. The experience and being treated as an equal has really helped with my enjoyment in the programme.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes I have developed skills using agile style of programming. I have learnt different backend and frontend skills as well as being taught how to use different technologies.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
It is very well split between work and university so you can get the best of both worlds in terms of work and student life.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
We receive a lot of support in university and on placement, with constant meetings and check-ups were you are encouraged to express any concerns or issues you may be having, these are quickly resolved.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
QUB do not provide enough support for students, and it is more an independent type of learning, however, with the help of PwC, this issue can be rectified if it becomes an issue
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
2/5
To an extent, however, on the job training has been more beneficial for me, the QUB syllabus uses outdated technologies, and has some very silly modules that are compulsory.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
yes, there are lots of opportunities that the PwC teams encourage TDA's to get involved in to help develop soft skills and network with people with similar interests.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Amazing environment, good training, flexibility to move teams, listen to feedback, enjoyable work, lovely office, good culture, very people focused, drive to help you develop into what you want to do.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?
Don't just focus on your technology skills, try to showcase a wide variety of skills, and be yourself.
