NHS England
Location
United Kingdom
Deadline
30 October 2026
Type
work placement
Overview In this programme, you'll explore the key areas of healthcare science, from life sciences and physiological sciences to physical sciences, learning how these fields work together to improve patient care. You’ll also discover different career pathways in healthcare science, such as T-Levels, apprenticeships, and university courses, and how to choose the best route for you. Along the way, you’ll develop essential employability skills, including teamwork, communication, and problem-solving, and learn how to prepare and apply for your next step in the industry. What’s Included This Virtual Work Experience programme is bursting with engaging content designed to introduce you to the various healthcare science careers available, plus pathways into a healthcare science career with NHS England! You’ll also complete a series of quizzes and fun activities to help build your understanding.
Entry Requirements
Not published for this listing
The employer hasn't published structured entry requirements through this listing. Check their application page for GCSEs, A-Levels, or any other entry criteria.
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NHS works in health, science, or research-led environments where quality, evidence, compliance, teamwork, and patient or customer outcomes can be central.
Student note
Good applications show scientific curiosity, accuracy, care with processes, ethical awareness, and the ability to learn technical material.
Typical process
Approximately 4% of applicants for NHS Graduate Scheme places (~5,000 applications for ~200 places)
Online application
Day 1
NHS application forms ask for evidence against the NHS Leadership Framework or Trust values. Use concrete patient-focused examples.
Online assessment or shortlisting
2–4 weeks after application
Panel interview
2–6 weeks after shortlisting
Expect competency questions aligned to NHS values. Show genuine motivation for public service and patient outcomes.
Application tips
Location
United Kingdom
Deadline
30 October 2026
Type
work placement
Overview In this programme, you'll explore the key areas of healthcare science, from life sciences and physiological sciences to physical sciences, learning how these fields work together to improve patient care. You’ll also discover different career pathways in healthcare science, such as T-Levels, apprenticeships, and university courses, and how to choose the best route for you. Along the way, you’ll develop essential employability skills, including teamwork, communication, and problem-solving, and learn how to prepare and apply for your next step in the industry. What’s Included This Virtual Work Experience programme is bursting with engaging content designed to introduce you to the various healthcare science careers available, plus pathways into a healthcare science career with NHS England! You’ll also complete a series of quizzes and fun activities to help build your understanding.
Entry Requirements
Not published for this listing
The employer hasn't published structured entry requirements through this listing. Check their application page for GCSEs, A-Levels, or any other entry criteria.
See entry requirements on employer listingUse these cues to judge how complete and actionable this listing looks.
NHS works in health, science, or research-led environments where quality, evidence, compliance, teamwork, and patient or customer outcomes can be central.
Student note
Good applications show scientific curiosity, accuracy, care with processes, ethical awareness, and the ability to learn technical material.
Typical process
Approximately 4% of applicants for NHS Graduate Scheme places (~5,000 applications for ~200 places)
Online application
Day 1
NHS application forms ask for evidence against the NHS Leadership Framework or Trust values. Use concrete patient-focused examples.
Online assessment or shortlisting
2–4 weeks after application
Panel interview
2–6 weeks after shortlisting
Expect competency questions aligned to NHS values. Show genuine motivation for public service and patient outcomes.
Application tips