HC Deb 22 July 1952 vol 504 c259
19. Mr. Janner

asked the Secretary of State for War the estimated output from the proposed Military College of Science; and to what extent those trained at this college will be obliged to undertake military Service subsequently, or to what extent they will be free to take up other activities after leaving.

Mr. Head

It is hoped that about 40 candidates a year will take the degree course for direct entry into the Army and that a further 40 young officers each year will also take the course. All officers taking these degree courses are required to serve for five years from the date on which the course ends.

Mr. Janner

In the event of any of these officers being found suitable for civilian occupation in priority to any military occupation, will special consideration be given to permit them to enter that occupation?

Mr. Head

The whole object of the course is to make these young men knowledgeable in the technical and scientific world, so that they can spread that knowledge in the Army. That is of the greatest importance at the present time.