Applicants
Useful information for anyone interested in applying to the Scientist Training Programme.
STP 2025 applications
Applications are now closed for direct entry and in-service posts.
Scientist Training Programme 2025
Essential information and guidance about applying to the programme.
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Update on recruitment to STP specialties
Details of the current recruitment status to each of the STP specialties.
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Scientist Training Programme (STP) 2025 post information
Details about the individual STP direct entry posts available for 2025.
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Key deadline dates for applications to the STP 2025
Details of the various deadline dates and times for different stages of the STP recruitment process.
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STP 2025 direct entry recruitment guidance for applicants and employers
Essential information to guide you through the national recruitment and selection process.
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STP 2025 in-service recruitment guidance for applicants and employers
Essential information to guide you through the in-service recruitment process.
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FAQs for applicants to the Scientist Training Programme
Answers to some commonly asked questions about the different stages of the STP application process.
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Scientist Training Programme in NHS Wales
Find out about opportunities to train as a healthcare scientist on the STP in Wales
Information about the Scientist Training Programme
An overview of the Scientist Training Programme together with details of the entry requirements.
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About the Scientist Training Programme
The Scientist Training Programme is for well-qualified science graduates with a passion for science and patient care, and with the motivation, behaviours and values needed for the NHS of the future.
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What are the STP specialties?
Find out what subjects are available under the Scientist Training Programme.
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What is the difference between direct entry and in-service STP vacancies?
Find out about the 2 different routes onto the Scientist Training Programme.
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What are the entry requirements for the STP?
Details of the skills, knowledge and research experience that is required to apply to the Scientist Training Programme.
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Which universities offer the STP?
Find out which universities supply the academic portion of the Scientist Training Programme.
