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MHRA Graduate Scheme

Information about the MHRA's Graduate Scheme and how to apply.

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The MHRA Graduate Scheme is a three-year graduate development scheme that provides an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in protecting public health and positively influencing patient safety

The scheme provides a fully financially supported study package towards a Level 7 (degree level) apprenticeship in Regulatory Affairs, with 20% of your time dedicated to this course. There is the option to convert this into an MSc qualification at the end of the scheme, subject to eligibility.

Application timelines

  • This scheme is open from Tuesday 28 January to Monday 10 March 2025 for stage 1 applications. 

Who we are looking for

  • A 2:1 undergraduate degree (or an equivalent level of vocational experience) in a life sciences or biomedical discipline.
  • A demonstrable interest in public health and the life sciences.

For more information please contact us at grads@mhra.gov.uk

Message from MHRA Chief Executive Dr June Raine:

I am delighted you are considering kicking off your career at the MHRA. In joining us, you join an ambitious, innovative organisation and a key partner at the centre of the UK’s health system. We have substantial public health impact within the UK and globally. Our vision is:

To be a truly world-leading, enabling sovereign regulator, protecting public health through excellence in regulation and science and delivering the right outcomes for patients.

We are looking for bright, academically rigorous individuals with high standards, motivated by making a tangible difference to public health and patients’ lives. If this is you, I hope you will put in an application to join us. In return, we can offer you a varied and stretching entry point and career path into the world of public health.

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Updates to this page

Published 28 February 2023
Last updated 28 January 2025 + show all updates
  1. MHRA Graduate Scheme – applications now open

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