BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN ACADAMIA AND INDUSTRY
Laboratory Training For Science Graduates
Where Academic Knowledge Meets Industry Experience
In today’s fast-evolving scientific landscape, the gap between academic study and real-world application is wider than ever. Graduates often leave university with excellent theoretical knowledge - but without the practical, hands-on experience employers expect.
The Academia Industry Bridge exists to change that.
Learn in-demand skills
Gain real-world experience through a simulated pharmaceutical programme that lets you apply what you learn.
Accelerated career progression
The programme is designed for you to hit the ground running within the pharmaceutical sector.
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Expert Mentorship and networking
Learn from industry specialists and benefit from their insights and connections.
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Designed with industry
This couse has been designed and written with the pharmaceutical industry for industry.
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High-quality training
We have been providing training for over a decade, and our staff have become our new network across the pharmaceutical sector.
Dr Marie Pettit
Founded by Dr Marie Pettit, The Bridge is a pioneering initiative designed to give science graduates the industry-focused skills, confidence, and experience they need to progress into successful scientific careers.
A New Pathway For Science Graduates
Based near London, The Bridge offers a three-month, intensive, in-person laboratory training programme for graduates in Pharmaceutical science, formulation science and regulatory science (International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) and European Medicines Agency Guidelines (EMA) guidelines).
The programme focuses on building essential practical competencies that complement academic learning, including:
Chemistry Manufacturing Control (CMC)
European Medicines Agency regulations
International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines
Data generation, interpretation, industrial report writing and documentation
You can expect the course to cover these additional skills:
Professional behaviours and industry expectations, Regulatory science, Preformulation & formulation of inhaled therapeutics and solid oral dosage forms, in silico analysis, Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).
The Course
Simulating a Real Pharmaceutical Company
Hands-on collaboration that builds confidence, competence, and industry-ready experience.
Choose Your Path
Analytical or Formulation pathways, working from a shared QTPP.
Develop & Validate
Students design the drug product and validate analytical methods.
Manufacture & Release
Learn manufacturing steps and complete regulatory documentation.
A collaborative experience where students learn the importance of cross-team communication while applying real regulatory standards across every stage of development.
Designed For Global Access
The Bridge welcomes graduates from the UK and around the world.
Its three-month structure enables international participants to access the programme via a tourist visa or short-term study visas, gaining valuable UK-based laboratory experience and an accredited qualification widely recognised across scientific sectors.
With a blend of practical training and professional development, graduates leave fully equipped to step into:
Your Route To Industry Success
The Bridge offers more than training - it’s a launchpad for the next generation of scientists.
By combining academic excellence with real-world relevance, we empower graduates to enter the workforce with:
Genuine laboratory experience
Industry-ready skills
Professional confidence
Clear pathways to employment
THE RESULT?
A more prepared, capable, and connected community of early-career scientists positioned to drive progress and innovation.
