Become a university embedded student
What is a university embedded student?
A university embedded student is somebody who is studying on a degree programme which has been mapped by the IFA.
Mapping means we have assessed your degree programme as meeting our requirements for membership. See below for all the degree programmes we have mapped. If your degree programme is not mapped and you would like to understand your pathway to membership, please get in touch at [email protected]
How do I become a university embedded student?
As long as you are a student on a named degree programme with one of our education partners you can become a university embedded student with the IFA.
We partner with universities across the UK and internationally and currently recognise more than 40 degree programmes as well as equivalent qualifications.
No further requirements are necessary.
Benefits
By beginning your association with the IFA you will start to differentiate yourself within the extremely competitive graduate employment market, demonstrating to potential employers that you take your imminent career as an accountant seriously.
In addition to this recognition and marketability you also receive:
- A free weekly email rounding up important sector news and updates.
- A free quarterly highlights email showcasing our activities.
- Free online access to our member magazine Financial Accountant.
- Invites to free IFA regional networking events giving you the opportunity to network with accountants and prospective employers.
- Discounted prices for IFA conferences.
- Discounted CV writing, LinkedIn and interview coaching services.
Apply
Simply complete this short form.
IFA membership
When you graduate and have at least one year’s relevant work experience you will be eligible for membership at Intermediate Financial Accountant (IFA AIPA) grade.
We also have a pathway to membership at Associate Financial Accountant (AFA MIPA) grade through the IFA Direct education programme.
