Applicants
Useful information for anyone interested in applying to the Higher Specialist Scientist Training programme.
About the Higher Specialist Scientist Training programme
This section includes information about the HSST Programme
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About the Higher Specialist Scientist Training programme
The Higher Specialist Scientist Training (HSST) is a five-year workplace-based training programme supported by a Doctoral level academic award.
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What are the HSST specialties?
Here you will find the specialties for the Higher Specialist Scientist Training (HSST) programme.
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What is the difference between direct entry and in-service posts?
Posts are available in accredited training departments either as new posts created specifically for the purpose of training (direct entry) or as in-service posts, through already existing clinical scientist posts.
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What are the entry requirements for the HSST?
There are two entry routes to the HSST, either as a Clinical Scientist or as a Biomedical Scientist.
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Pathways for HSST applicants with pre-existing doctoral qualifications
This section aims to clarify the agreements made, the opportunities available and the pathway for those applying to undertake the HSST programme.
Resources
In this section you will find some useful resources relating to applying to the programme.
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FAQs about applying to the HSST
Answers to some of the frequently asked questions when applying to the HSST.
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FAQs about the HSST eligibility joint statement
Some frequently asked questions relating to the joint statement about HSST eligibility for applicants.