1. Doctor To become a medical pathologist it is necessary to obtain a medical degree, which takes approximately five years. All medical graduates will then enter a two year Foundation Programme immediately following graduation and after completion will then apply for specialty training. Doctors wishing to train in pathology must decide which branch of pathology they prefer:
2. Clinical scientist Clinical scientists are graduates, usually with a first or upper second honours degree in a subject like biochemistry, and often with a PhD. They usually undertake a three-year paid programme of basic training, followed by four to five years of specialist training. For further information regarding scientist training, contact The Association of Clinical Scientists