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Scientist Training Programme 2027 (England, direct entry)

Science Graduate scheme NHS trusts across England (posts vary by specialty and region) 3 years
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Key facts

Deadline
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Opened
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Programme dates
Autumn 2027 (the 2026 cohort was inducted in September 2026)
Location
NHS trusts across England (posts vary by specialty and region)
Pay
Agenda for Change Band 6 salary on a fixed-term training contract; master's fees funded
Places
Unknown
Visa sponsorship
Unknown
Leads to
HCPC registration as a clinical scientist

Three-year salaried NHS training post leading to registration as a clinical scientist, combining work-based training with a funded part-time master's degree.

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    2:1 honours degree in a relevant science subject, or a 2:2 plus a relevant master's degree.

    Requirements from the employer's published eligibility, checked Unknown.

    How to apply

    1. 1
      Apply direct-entry application via the NSHCS online recruitment system during the short January window
    2. 2
      Online test situational judgement test
    3. 3
      Interview selection interviews for shortlisted applicants

    Previous years

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    2024 15 Jan 29 Jan
    2025 23 Jan 6 Feb
    2026 6 Jan 19 Jan

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