Flying Start Degree Programme - FS3 Manchester Review
at PwC
Degree Apprenticeship
Audit
Manchester
Review Submitted: May 2025
Overall Rating
3.1 /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!
3/5
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Overview of Role
3/5
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Skills Development
2.8/5
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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:
3/5
Working in audit requires performing testing over FSLIs to ensure financial statements are accurate. I would be given multiple FSLIs to test which includes picking samples from listings etc and checking the supporting documentation - such as invoices to check the client is documenting correctly.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I have enjoyed 4th year a lot more compared to the previous years as the university side of it is less intense. However, I think I enjoyed my previous placements more due to travel.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
I have been able to develop my coaching skills as I have worked with an FS1 as well as oversee an RTM team which also required organisational skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
2/5
I thought the programme was structured well, although it was difficult, I think second and third year are well organised as we have to complete our exams in March before we go on placement and then break up for the summer. However, I was very disappointed this year and found it extremely stressful as we were required to write a 7,500 word dissertation whilst expected to work full-time.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Support has been great, any team I have joined have been so welcoming and always appreciate when I ask for help. Also, if I ever need anything my career coach is available.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
The University try to provide as much as they can but I think it's quite difficult when it is such a short period of time.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
2/5
I haven't really used knowledge from my qualification and applied to my client work. I have learned more about audit from practising it than studying it.
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, work offer a range of activities - most notably their month-end socials which the whole core audit unit is invited to. It's a good thing to meet new people at.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a friendly, welcoming environment to work in despite it being a stressful role.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?
Be friendly and open, don't be afraid to ask any questions about anything and to demonstrate you know how to work in a team.
