A Fresh Start After a Career Break
“After being off work for a few years, I decided to attend this boot camp as a stepping stone to get back into the workforce.”
Looking to start a career in laboratory science, refresh your practical skills or take your next step into the sector? BioGrad's Skills Bootcamps combine hands-on laboratory training with career development support to help you feel more confident and better prepared for scientific roles.
Our core Laboratory Skills & Biotechnology and Mammalian Cell Culture Bootcamps offer practical, instructor-led training. Courses are fully funded for eligible learners, with availability and funding requirements varying by region.
Enquire and Check Your EligibilityOur Skills Bootcamps may suit science graduates looking for more hands-on experience, people hoping to move into laboratory-based work, or those returning to science who want to refresh their technical skills.
You do not need to have your career path fully mapped out. The training is also an opportunity to discover which laboratory techniques and areas of science interest you most.
Funding eligibility matters: Skills Bootcamps are designed for adults aged 19 and over, but eligibility also depends on your location, residency, right-to-work status and the requirements of the funded programme. Our team can review your circumstances after you enquire. An enquiry does not guarantee a funded place.
Laboratory Skills & Biotechnology
Develop and refresh practical laboratory techniques such as pipetting, microbiology techniques, PCR and immunoassays. A useful option if you want a broad foundation for laboratory-based roles.
Explore Laboratory Skills & BiotechnologyMammalian Cell Culture
Explore laboratory skills associated with mammalian cell culture and related biotechnology applications. A useful option if you're interested in cell-based laboratory work.
Explore Mammalian Cell CultureNot sure which course is right for you? Submit an enquiry and our team can help you explore suitable options, subject to availability and eligibility.
BioGrad's core practical Skills Bootcamps are delivered over 10 training days. You'll practise laboratory techniques with guidance from experienced lecturers, develop confidence working with equipment, and learn alongside others interested in scientific careers.
Please check individual course details for the latest training dates, locations and daily schedules.
BioGrad has delivered practical laboratory training to private candidates for more than eight years, with students from over 526 institutions across 21 countries having booked its courses.
Our aim is to help learners strengthen the practical skills and confidence needed to pursue opportunities in laboratory science.
From practical training to career guidance, here's how Skills Bootcamp learners rated their experience with BioGrad.
Source: BioGrad Skills Bootcamp learner survey responses, March 2025–October 2026. Positive responses are those selecting "Agree" or "Strongly Agree"; unanswered questions are excluded. Results are based on survey responses and may include repeat respondents.
Practical skills are only part of preparing for a laboratory career. BioGrad also provides employability support, including CV advice, interview guidance and opportunities to discuss your next steps.
BioGrad Education maintains student documents, including references, for three years after course completion to help provide personalised references for future interviews. Lecturers and mentors can support mock interview practice for up to six months after the course.
BioGrad also works with Reed Scientific to help learners explore scientific and laboratory-based opportunities.
Depending on individual circumstances and availability, learners who are unsuccessful at interview may be considered for additional support, including short work experience opportunities with BioGrad Diagnostics and a 30-minute interview session with its HR team. These opportunities are not guaranteed, and completing a Bootcamp does not guarantee employment.
From gaining practical laboratory skills to rebuilding confidence and exploring new career opportunities, discover what our graduates have taken away from their BioGrad Skills Bootcamps.
“After being off work for a few years, I decided to attend this boot camp as a stepping stone to get back into the workforce.”
“This amazing course boosted my skills and confidence in working in a lab environment.”
“It was an amazing experience for me, giving me the confidence to work in the Laboratory.”
“I would wholeheartedly recommend this bootcamp to anyone looking to gain lab experience or refresh their skills.”
Choose the course you're interested in and complete the Skills Bootcamp enquiry form. Our team can then review your details, discuss eligibility and availability, and explain the next steps.
Please note that submitting an enquiry is not the same as securing a place.
Enquire and Check Your EligibilityYes. BioGrad's funded Skills Bootcamps are free for learners who meet the relevant eligibility requirements.
Funding and places depend on your location and the requirements of the programme. Our team can confirm whether you may be eligible.
Skills Bootcamps are designed for adults aged 19 and over. Eligibility also depends on factors such as your location, UK residency, right-to-work status and the requirements of the relevant funding programme.
As funding conditions can vary by region, we recommend submitting an enquiry so our team can check your circumstances.
Our Skills Bootcamps can be suitable for science graduates seeking more hands-on experience, people looking to move into laboratory-based work, and those returning to science who want to refresh their practical skills.
Previous experience and qualification requirements may vary by programme. Our team can help you understand which course may suit your background.
Our core Laboratory Skills & Biotechnology and Mammalian Cell Culture Skills Bootcamps are delivered over 10 training days.
Please check the individual course pages or contact our team for the latest dates, locations and daily training schedules.
The practical techniques you will experience depend on your chosen Bootcamp.
Laboratory Skills & Biotechnology covers a range of practical techniques associated with laboratory science, including areas such as pipetting, microbiology, PCR and immunoassays.
Mammalian Cell Culture focuses on practical skills associated with cell culture and related biotechnology applications.
BioGrad provides additional employability support, including CV advice, interview preparation and guidance on pursuing laboratory-based opportunities.
We also work with Reed Scientific to help learners explore relevant scientific roles.
While employment cannot be guaranteed, our aim is to help learners develop practical skills and prepare for their next career steps.
After you submit an enquiry, our team can contact you to discuss your circumstances, confirm your eligibility and explain available courses and upcoming training dates.
If you are eligible and a suitable place is available, our team will explain the next steps in the enrolment process.
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