Maybe the IFoA are now using salaries worldwide when talking about estimates for starting. For instance i, a graduate with all the exemptions in 8 CT's, could earn up to €40k just out of college. There are many salary surveys from recruitment agencies backing this up.
You fail to mention in your accountant example that there is time frame on exams for an accountant.
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