Trainees
Information and resources to help current HSST trainees during their training.
The Higher Specialist Scientist Training programme
An introduction to the key components of the HSST programme.
The Higher Specialist Scientist Training programme
A 5-year funded training programme supported by a Doctoral level academic award.
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Resources from the HSST Induction 2025
Videos and presentation slides from this year's induction for new HSST trainees.
Annual Review of Progression
Information about the process used by the school, HSST trainees and their supervisors to evaluate progression.
The Annual Review of Progression
A supportive process used by the school, HSST trainees and their supervisors to evaluate progression.
Independent Assessment of Professional Skills (IAPS)
Information and guidance on the HSST final assessment.
IAPS – the HSST final assessment
An independent assessment of a showcase of completed evidence for the Standards of Proficiency for Higher Specialist Scientists.
HSST completion
Information and guidance on what is required to complete the Higher Specialist Scientist Training programme.
Guidance for trainees on HSST completion
Information on what is required for trainees exiting the programme.
Using the Exceptional Extenuating Circumstances policy to apply for an extension of time or change to training
Trainees can apply for an extension of time or change to training via the EEC policy when circumstances affect their ability to continue training.
Training support
Guidance and resources to support you during your training.
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Training support
We want you to have the best training experience, but you should also take care of your health and wellbeing.
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HSST Trainee networks
These trainee networks are available to support HSST trainees.
OneFile and Agilio feedback
Guidance to help you become familiar with OneFile, your online e-portfolio, and with Agilio Feedback, the multi-source feedback service.
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How to guidance and videos for HSST trainees using OneFile
Get help with some of the common tasks in OneFile.
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OneFile and Multi-Source Feedback FAQs
Here are the answers to some common questions about OneFile and Multi-Source Feedback for trainees and training officers.
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OneFile webinar recordings
Watch the latest webinars for trainees, training officers and supervisors, on the different elements of OneFile.
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How to use the Turnitin Checker in OneFile – A guide for trainees
Familiarise yourself with the Turnitin feature in OneFile by following this guidance.
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Agilio Feedback
Guidance on Agilio Feedback, the online tool used to conduct your Multi-Source Feedback assessments.
Resources
Guidance and resources to support you during your training.
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Sharing Good Practice resources
Search and browse our catalogue of Sharing Good Practice resources
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Reflective practice resources
A set of reflective practice learning resources for all trainees, training officers and supervisors to support their development in this area.
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HSST research projects
Take a look at what previous HSST trainees have submitted as their research project abstract.
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Training planning resources for HSST trainees
Your training plan is a bespoke plan, which is particular to you and the environment you work in.
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Guidance on workplace evidence for HSST trainees
This guidance will help you when planning a submission and give you advice on collecting and creating evidence for your e-portfolio.