Admira’s Story

Admira is the first generation of her family to attend University. With the support of her dedicated family, friends, university staff and the ICAS Foundation, Admira has excelled in her studies, receiving the Deputy Principal Award and the Watt Club Medal.

Following graduation, Admira is in her graduate role at PwC, after completing an insight week and internship with them over the past two years.

Find out more about Admira’s story of success below.

What programme did you study and why did you choose it?

I initially chose to study Accountancy but eventually switched to Accountancy and Finance by the end of my degree to broaden my future career opportunities. I chose this as I took Higher Accounting in my final year of secondary school and found the subject interesting and thought it would be a stable choice for a future career.

Can you tell us more about the support you received during your time at University?

At University I received support from my family, as I have been living at home and been supported by them in countless ways, which has enabled me to focus on my studies. I also received support from my lecturers and student support services in times of need, particularly where I was stressed or had mitigating circumstances. The University staff have always offered a great listening ear and provided valuable advice to enable me to continue and succeed in my studies.

What is the Watt Club Medal and the Deputy Principal Award and how did it feel to receive these awards?

One Watt Club Medal is presented per distinct degree discipline for the highest grade obtained, and the Deputy Principal Award is awarded for achieving 6 or more As in one academic year. I was honoured to receive both of these and feel they have illustrated the improvement in my grades from my first two years to my final two years. I believe this improvement came from a good support system and learning more about myself and what I need to do to remain motivated and disciplined.

What unique opportunities have you had during your studies?

During my second year, I did a Women in Business Spring insight week at PwC. Due to my success in this, in my third year I was invited back to do a 4-week internship in audit at PwC. Again, due to my success during this experience, I was offered a graduate role in audit at PwC.

What’s your favourite / most memorable moment from your time as a Heriot-Watt student?

There are many memorable moments from my studies, but my favourite would have to be submitting my dissertation, as it felt like I was closing a chapter and finally wrapping up my studies. It was also very satisfying to see the months of work that went into my dissertation come together.