Defence Science & technology Lab (DSTL): They recruit around 60-70 graduates and post graduates each year to join their two-year graduate development programme from a huge range of scientific and technology disciplines, such as Applied Sciences, Physical Sciences, Engineering, Biological and Health Sciences and Research and Development. All graduates are encouraged to join their Chartership scheme. DSTL is all about maximising the impact of science and technology for UK defence and security – giving the right science and technology advice at the right time. They provide the government with a wide programme of research and scientific and technical support, delivered from internal and external resources. Their science and technology work covers a range of applications and disciplines including social science, mathematics and engineering and includes research, advice, consultancy, technical and systems risk management, and related activities.