The event starts from 1pm but students are advised to come for the day and visit our free exhibition - the UK's largest biomedical science show featuring many of the leading companies and organisations displaying and demonstrating instrumentation and equipment as well as providing professional services, including recruitment consultants.

Session 1: Careers in Biomedical Science

  • 13:00     
Welcome & Introduction
  
  • 13:10     
Careers in Biomedical Science - Specialisms Lightning Talks
  
  • 13:50     
Alternative Career paths in Biomedical Science - Lightning Talks
  

Session 2: Getting Started in the Profession

  • 14:40     
CV Writing and Interviewing Tips & Tricks
  
  • 15:00     
Top Tips for Trainees & Starting out in the Profession
  
  • 15:20     
Placements - the what, why and how of the trainee biomedical scientist placement
  

Session 3 - Making the Most of the Student Experience & Beyond

  • 16:00     
Getting the most out of the student experience
  
  • 16:20     
Public Engagement, Science Journalism & Emerging Opportunties in Science Communications
  
  • 16:50     
Closing Remarks