25th June 2019
The UCAT exam is not a test of knowledge but one of aptitude for medicine – and it’s a given that the more you practise, the better you can perform in the exam. The first time I did the UCAT I scored an average of 580 – and my latest score was in the 700…
20th June 2019
Welcome to this week’s medical news round up! In our latest edition, we bring you the healthcare topics that have been under the microscope over the past week, just in time for your med school applications. Joining us this week: childhood obesity, personalised medicine and mental health priorities. Want weekly news delivered straight to your…
Choosing a medical school is the very first step of the long journey of applying for Medicine. Whether you have already given this some thought or you’ve not yet started, choosing the right one for you requires careful consideration. Not only do you want to make sure you pick a university where you’ll enjoy the…
13th June 2019
Studying medicine at university is a whole different ball-game to A-Levels, which requires a different style and approach to working. The amount of content you have to learn is immense and with assignments always due, it is important to learn how to keep on top of it all quickly. Having just finished the first year…
If you are interested in applying for Medicine, then you probably already know that work experience is a key requirement for most medical schools. You might have also heard how difficult medical work experience can be to obtain. Here is the advice you need to know before applying for work experience. Hopefully, this knowledge will…
Welcome to this week’s medical news round up! In our latest edition, we bring you the healthcare topics that have been under the microscope over the past week, just in time for your med school applications. Joining us this week: genome sequencing, postcode lottery and drug shortages. Want weekly news delivered straight to your inbox?…
10th June 2019
With ever-present exams and looming deadlines, it’s important to know what type of learner you are so you can devise a revision method that will work best for you. Scientists and psychologists have theorised many different learning models, including VARK. The VARK model theorises that there are four different types of learner out there: Auditory…
It’s hard to imagine a life without revision. Once exams are over, you’ll be faced with a gloriously long summer with little to do before med school starts. Whilst waiting for results, there are a number of things you can do to keep busy during the summer. Here are five tips to help prepare for…
If you’re preparing to visit a university open day, it’s important to ensure you have prepared in advance. From making a list of questions to ask students and staff to planning your travel – here are the things you can do ahead of attending an open day. Need to book your space on an open…
6th June 2019
A-Levels are super tough, but thorough revision and understanding are key to nailing your exams! Here is a six step guide to revising a topic to boost your chances of exam success. Want to be kept up to date on clearing for medicine this year? Sign up to our newsletters here! 1. Know what you…
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