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Degree Apprenticeship

Audit

Leeds

Review Submitted: May 2025

Overall Rating

4.6 /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 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
4.2/5 - 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
Talking to clients, reviewing financial information, daily meetings with the client and internal team catch-ups
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I have enjoyed the programme massively, I have learnt a lot through the practical application you get while on placement and using the knowledge created by attending uni

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Developed a lot of confidence when talking to clients and within team meetings, also learnt how to effectively communicate with the client and other members of the team. Along with developing audit skills

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well organised, it has set structure in terms of which exams you have to take and when you will be on placement
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
You have a range of support while on placement through career coaches and also still have the support from uni
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
The uni acts as the training provider however, you receive all learning support and exam material from icaew and kaplan which is a massive help
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
You learn the basics of financial reporting and audit which helps massively throughout your role
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
PwC offer a range of socials throughout the year which everyone can get involved in

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a good place to work with a good working environment and culture
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?
To be yourself
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