laboratory science Review
at AstraZeneca
Degree Apprenticeship
Science
Cambridge
Review Submitted: February 2026
Overall Rating
3.6 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
This is a lab-based role where you will be contributing to the AstraZeneca portfolio in early drug discovery workflows, being exposed to a vast array of expertise in science
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
The oppoutunties here are things you would never experience with a traditional degree - applying knowledge to real-world scenarios using cutting-edge science and technology. However, the task of working and studying together can be challenging, requiring good time management
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Vast array of personal development (communication to scientific and non-scientific audiences, organisation, stakeholder management and expectations, independent day-to-day planning etc.)
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Apprenticeship scheme is a great opportunity but not a set structure - each apprentice will have different experiences depending on department and team
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
AstraZeneca as a company offer support in physical, mental and financial wellbeing, but the apprenticeship team can be poor at communication
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Tutors are always available to answer questions -sometimes clunky software's and long email chains delay support
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
AZinspire to connect early talent, drinks and food on site each month, can go to conferences with a business case and budget considerations
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?
Yes
Why?
- Great benefits
-Sponsor through degree and extra-circular requirements of the University e.g. all expenses paid for residentials
-Experts across wide range of science to get exposure to
-Sponsor through degree and extra-circular requirements of the University e.g. all expenses paid for residentials
-Experts across wide range of science to get exposure to
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to AstraZeneca?
Know the values of the company and how you have demonstrated these in the past
