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About Science Council

The Science Council provides the quality assurance system for those working in science. We set the standards for professional registration for practising scientists and science technicians across all scientific disciplines. Through our Licensed Bodies we admit to our registers scientists and science technicians who meet our competence and conduct requirements and commit to Continuing Professional Development. Those scientists who reach the required standards are recognised by the following designations CSci, CSciTeach, RSci and RSciTech.

Apprenticeships: Widening access to the science workforce

We need an agile and highly skilled science workforce to be able to boost our economy and raise our standards of... read the full article

| 15.03.16

Science Council on the Moral Maze: Is Science Morally Neutral?

Driven by the suggestion by the Science Council that “scientists need their own version of the Hippocratic Oath”, last night’s... read the full article

| 10.03.16

Which lab object do you think has had most impact?

Organisers of the Scientific Laboratory Show & Conference, which this year includes the Science Council, have launched a campaign to... read the full article

| 09.03.16

Prospect launch poster competition for science technicians to showcase skills

Prospect, the union which represents scientists and engineers, has launched a poster competition to encourage more technicians, and those in technical... read the full article

| 19.02.16

Newcastle University celebration day for technical staff

Newcastle University today celebrated the important role their technicians play in research and delivering an excellent learning experience for students.... read the full article

| 10.02.16

What type of scientist are you?

Take our quiz to find out which of the 10 types of scientist you are.   The right of the... read the full article

| 28.01.16

New standards introduced for Chartered Scientist

The Science Council has updated the Chartered Scientist (CSci) standards to bring them in line with its new career framework for... read the full article

| 16.06.15