Scientist Training Programme (STP)
Hey,
I've being looking at career options and came across this whilst looking at clinical scientists. Can anyone tell me about the application process, how competitive is it, when do applications open and close and what would i need to make my application stand out/have a good chance?
For background, im in my final year doing an IBMS accredited biomedical science degree.
I've being looking at career options and came across this whilst looking at clinical scientists. Can anyone tell me about the application process, how competitive is it, when do applications open and close and what would i need to make my application stand out/have a good chance?
For background, im in my final year doing an IBMS accredited biomedical science degree.
Reply 1
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by modus0perandiHey,
I've being looking at career options and came across this whilst looking at clinical scientists. Can anyone tell me about the application process, how competitive is it, when do applications open and close and what would i need to make my application stand out/have a good chance?
For background, im in my final year doing an IBMS accredited biomedical science degree.
I've being looking at career options and came across this whilst looking at clinical scientists. Can anyone tell me about the application process, how competitive is it, when do applications open and close and what would i need to make my application stand out/have a good chance?
For background, im in my final year doing an IBMS accredited biomedical science degree.
Hi there! I just wanted to leave a comment to get notified of any updates since I'm also interested in applying for STP in the future but there is quite limited information about qualifications and eligibility for prospective international students
Reply 2
Hi, I am a medical physics student who has done a fair bit of research by this. To my knowledge, applications commence in January, and then over the next months you find out if you are long listed, shortlisted and invited for an interview or placed on interview reserve list etc..
The national school change the application quite a bit each year which isn’t entirely helpful! But if you browse the websites previous application dates, you can see when offers where handed out for specific programmes!
Previous year competition ratios are also available to look at!
For standing out, I’d recommend attempting to get work experience with your local hospital in the department you’d like to apply for, and generally show an interest in this field outside of your studies!
Best of luck!
The national school change the application quite a bit each year which isn’t entirely helpful! But if you browse the websites previous application dates, you can see when offers where handed out for specific programmes!
Previous year competition ratios are also available to look at!
For standing out, I’d recommend attempting to get work experience with your local hospital in the department you’d like to apply for, and generally show an interest in this field outside of your studies!
Best of luck!
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