International qualifications
Applicants who hold an international qualification(s) must provide a UK ENIC Statement of Comparability. This statement will need to be provided to the NSHCS before an appointment can be confirmed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to obtain this statement and be aware of the cost and timelines in doing so. The NSHCS will not confirm comparability in advance of the applicant being nominated. Final acceptance onto the course will be subject to the HEI admissions policy and procedures.
For further information, please visit the UK ENIC website.
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You must have the required level of communication skills to undertake the role effectively and deliver safe care to patients. You must also be able to demonstrate that you can achieve the standards set for clinical scientists by the Health and Care Professions Council.
We accept IELTS Academic and IELTS General tests. We accept UKVI and non-UKVI versions. The test needs to be taken at an official test centre and not at home. A score of 7 or above is required with no element below 6.5. Any test certificate submitted must be no more than two years old when we receive your application.
If you have obtained a Skilled Worker visa to apply to the programme, you will have already demonstrated English language skills as part of the visa application process. You can provide evidence of passing the test set by the Home Office to demonstrate your level of English competence.
If English is not your first language, you will also have to demonstrate to the Higher Education Institution (HEI) the necessary knowledge of English to meet the entry requirements and enrol on the MSc course.
Right to work and study
Non-UK applicants must check whether or not they are eligible to apply to the ETP. You must establish your right to work and study in the UK for the duration of the programme and this must be in place before you start. Click on the link to the UK Visas and Immigration Service below for further details.
The NSHCS are not responsible for funding towards sponsorship. Financial arrangements will need to be discussed with the employing organisation directly.
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