Biomedical Scientist Apprentice — HCPC/IBMS Accredited

Westminster; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Westminster offers a four-year Applied Biomedical Science apprenticeship combining university study with real workplace experience at a Biomedical Science laboratory in London. The programme leads to HCPC registration and IBMS membership, with a pathway to Chartered Biologist.

Students study core science foundations and progressively specialise, supported by an employer written statement of support and access to modern teaching facilities.

Qualifications

• A levels CCC (96 UCAS Tariff points) across two Science subjects.
• BTEC Extended Diploma MMM in Applied Science.
• IELTS 6.0 overall, 5.5 in each component; higher IELTS may be required for graduation.
• Must be employed in an accredited biomedical laboratory and have written support from an employer.
• Ages 18 or over on the first day and not in full-time education.

Responsibilities

• Combine university learning with workplace experience and structured placements.
• Teaching includes lectures, seminars, hands-on lab work, tutorials, and supervised use of facilities.
• Assessments include exams, essays, lab work, presentations and coursework; demonstrate progress to employers.

Education

A levels - CCC (96 UCAS Tariff points) across two Science subjects

T levels - 96 UCAS Tariff points in Science

International Baccalaureate - 96 UCAS Tariff points from the IB including a minimum of four in two HL science subjects

BTEC Extended Diploma - MMM in Applied Science

BTEC Diploma - DD in Applied Science

Access - 96 UCAS Tariff points from the Access course in Science

Level 4 Healthcare Science Associate Apprenticeship

Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship

Job description

University of Westminster offers a four-year Applied Biomedical Science apprenticeship combining university study with real workplace experience at a Biomedical Science laboratory in London. The programme leads to HCPC registration and IBMS membership, with a pathway to Chartered Biologist.

Students study core science foundations and progressively specialise, supported by an employer written statement of support and access to modern teaching facilities.