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Meet Georgia, 21, a science apprentice for MedImmune. She helps develop medicines. Part of our Bitesize world of work series.

I was always completely fascinated by science because it was something I could relate to.
  • Georgia enjoyed Science at school because of its relevance to people and the environment
  • She has a hands-on role in a lab as part of the pathology team. Pathology is the science of the causes and effects of diseases
  • Georgia's lab is part of a large pharmaceutical company which specialises in developing new medicines to cure and treat diseases.
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Georgia's career path
Georgia's career path
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Georgia鈥檚 apprenticeship will give her a degree-level qualification and the skills to pursue a career in the science sector. For example, with further study, such as a PhD, she could work as a research scientist. They carry out experiments and investigations to broaden scientific knowledge in areas like medicine.

What to expect if you want to be a research scientist

  • Research scientist average salary: 拢15,285 to 拢40,000 per year
  • Research scientist typical working hours: 39 to 41 hours per week

What qualifications do you need to be a research scientist?

You'll need an honours degree in a Science subject and, usually, a postgraduate qualification like a PhD. You could get your degree at university, or through a degree apprenticeship, both of which require A-level qualifications (or equivalent) to apply. Alternatives to A-levels include taking a T-level (England-only), which is equivalent to three A-levels. Check with your course provider which alternative qualifications they accept. Once you have your degree, you could work as a research assistant or graduate industrial scientist alongside studying part-time for your postgraduate qualification.

Sources: LMI for All, National Careers Service, .

This information is a guide and is constantly changing. Please check the for the latest information and all the qualifications needed and the for more on T-levels.

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