Flying Start Degree programme, FS3, Edinburgh Review
at PwC
Degree Apprenticeship
Audit
Edinburgh
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
3.6 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3/5
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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
Setting up and managing financial documents which cover revenue and expenses in order to ensure the correct amounts are being accounted for and taxed by the client.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy the programme as it has allowed me to gain the practical work experience while simultaneously learning the theoretical side of accounting during university time.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Excel, time management, organisation, communication are all skills i have developed while on this course.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is well structured to allow a nice blend of work experience and university education. There are many helpful programme staff who are always available for communication.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
The employees i've worked with have all been helpful and offered a hand if needed. There have been times i have needed extra help which i didn't receive however overall it's been a positive experience.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
The training is mainly handled by the University who have been very helpful in providing advice/ guidance relating to our qualifications.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
It has allowed me to have the knowledge going into work however it is not as significant as the practical experience
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
There are a few social activities including football and a walking society
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The support and environment at pwc are all positive, it's a great company to work for from my experience.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?
Ensure that you understand what the job and role entail, many people assume going into the course that it is more accounting based however that is only a small part of what audit contains.
