Student and district societies

The ICAEW student societies are part of the wide network of district societies.

They can be great fun and exist not only to open the door to the workings of the ICAEW, but also:

  • to help support the social side of student life
  • give you the opportunity to develop leadership and communication skills
  • help provide career development activities
  • assist with exam revision
  • share informally experiences of student life and helpful hints
  • provide an ideal opportunity to network and meet people who are also studying for the ACA
  • introduce you to a wider network of people from a range of industries and backgrounds
  • organise social events.

As an ACA student, you are automatically enrolled in your local student society free of charge. They are run by students for students. No matter whether you are a student from a major accounting firm, or from a small retailer, it is up to you how you choose to utilise your society.

Get involved

One of the best ways of picking up additional skills or expanding your social and professional network during your training contract can be by getting involved yourself in your local student committee. You can tailor your involvement to suit yourself, you might organise an event or manage the finances, meet and greet, or represent your district area on the National Student Council (NSC). It is also a great way of developing your communication skills and to become a skilled networker. Currently there are 29 student societies spread across England, Wales and Cyprus.

If you are interested in finding out about any of the events, or you would like to find out more about getting involved in your local area, please view the information below: