There are many things to consider when applying to medical school. Here are our 5 top things to consider - of course this list is not exhaustive, but there important points here worth considering. 1. Probability - where will you get in? One of the most important things to consider when choosing which medical school to apply to is to ask yourself: “Where am I most likely to get in?” After 5 or 6 years you will become a doctor regardless of where you go, so it is best to choos

Volunteering during your younger years can become your greatest asset when you apply to Medical or Dental school. Wherever you volunteer - it is what you get out of it that matters the most. Here are a few different examples of volunteering that all appeal to admissions tutors for various reasons. 1. Charity Giving something back to a charitable cause either by regularly fundraising or helping your local charity shop will show your altruistic, caring and giving nature. Only d

Are you considering Dentistry? Dental work experience will undoubtedly be the best way to find out whether a career as a dentist is something you can truly see yourself in. Here are our key points to consider when carrying out dental work experience to make the most of your time. 1. Keep a logbook Sometimes it is easy to forget what you have observed on work experience so it’s important to jot down notes as you go along. We have devised a form that will make it easier for you

Finding work experience can be tough. Medical work experience is of course great, as it will provide an insight into the field. But, non-medical is also useful as it could tell you the non-medicine life is just not for you (or is for you, in which case maybe another course should be considered)! It can be challenging finding work experience, especially if you don’t have any direct contacts. However, this does not mean it isn’t possible – you just have to keep your eyes and ea