Study Mind Biology Work Experience
Study Mind
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Want hands-on lab and field experience to boost your uni application? Join Study Mind’s Biology Work Experience to explore microscopy, genetics, ecosystem sampling, design experiments and visit Kew Gardens. Build skills, strengthen your UCAS personal statement and connect with experts.
Study Mind's Biology Work Experience gives A-level students practical, hands-on exposure to laboratory and fieldwork across core biological topics. Participants take part in lab techniques (microscopy, genetics), experimental design, environmental sampling and ecosystem studies, and attend a full-day trip to Kew Gardens.
The programme also includes sessions on UCAS/personal statement support and careers guidance to help strengthen university applications. Options include 1-, 2- and 3-week packages, small class sizes (10-12 students), and an optional residential stay at Ramsay Hall (UCL) for those choosing the residential programme.
On completion students receive a certificate suitable for UCAS and CV use. A bursary scheme offers full and partial discounts for eligible students (application required).
Certificate of completion (suitable for CV and UCAS application)
06 Apr 2026
31 Jul 2026
Dates from the previous cycle — new dates are announced when applications reopen.
Coming Soon Biology Summer School
Location
- Designed for students aged 15–18 (Year 12 and A-level students).
- No prior biology experience required.
- International students welcome but must have a good standard of English.
- Bursary applicants must provide proof of receipt of Universal Credit, Free School Meals or Pupil Premium, complete an essay task, and provide a teacher reference.
£1,799
2026 package prices shown on the page: 1 week £1,799; 2 weeks £2,999; 3 weeks £3,999. Residential accommodation is offered for students who opt into the residential programme (Ramsay Hall, UCL) - cost for residential option not specified. Bursaries (full, 75%, 50%) are available via a separate application process.
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