Medical School Preparation

Overview

Want to apply to a British Medical School? Confused about the different courses and application processes? Don’t know where to start writing your personal statement? Then this course is for you!

This course will help you fully prepare your Medical School applications over the course of the week. We guide you through what you need to know before applying, from a discussion of why Medicine is the course and career for you to the differences between medical schools and their application processes with a focus on Oxbridge.

Tutors who routinely deal with applications to Oxford will take you through the skills required to pass the BMAT/UKCAT test, tips for successful applications, personal statements and effective interview technique. You will also have the opportunity to visit potential colleges and the Oxford Radcliffe Hospital, the teaching hospital of the Oxford University Medical School.

About Medical School Preparation

Medicine as a Career

We will guide you through your decision to study medicine and what you have done that can be used for your application. We also highlight areas for improvement if it is necessary with provide tips on how to achieve them. This will ensure that studying medicine is compatible with your skills, strengths, chosen high school subjects and career aspirations.

UK Medical Schools

Because each and every course differs in structure, teaching methods, hospital training, intercalated degree, the location and reputation amongst other things, it is critical to identify exactly is important for you to succeed. We guide you through this comparative analysis of UK Medical Schools so that we can then carefully tailor your application towards your chosen school and their particular entry requirements and application procedures.

Oxbridge College Selection

We will guide you through the process of choosing the College that is most suitable for you and will give you the highest chance of having a successful application. It is also possible to arrange college visits and get college-specific advice on applications.

Personal Statement

With so many well-qualified students applying, a well written personal statement will help you to stand out from the crowd. You will work closely with your tutor to draft and refine your statement over the course of the week so you can leave Oxford with it complete.

BMAT and other Test Preparation

Why does it help you to take a test and what are they testing for? We cover medical biology, chemistry and physics for the scientific knowledge section and give tips on how to adequately prepare for this. We also practice critical thinking and analysis as well reasoned argument which is useful for both the aptitude sections and your interviews.

Interview Technique

If your paper application is successful, you will almost certainly be called to interview. Over the course of the week, your tutors will stage a series of mock interviews to prepare you for this, practice good communication and presentation skills and give you tips on what and what not to say!

Diagnosis Disease

A session of mock hospital ward rounds will give you the opportunity of trying your hand at being a doctor for a day. Have a go at initial diagnoses, working with a medical team, dealing with stressful patients and see if you enjoy it!

Doctors Question-Time

An opportunity to meet with a doctor from Oxford University will give you the chance to ask any burning questions you still have after taking the course.

Oxford University & the Medical School

There will be opportunities for you to visit any Oxford colleges you are interested in applying to and meetings with the admissions tutors can be arranged with enough notice. There will also be a visit to the Oxford Radcliffe Hospital, the teaching Hospital of the University of Oxford Medical School.

Location

July Accommodation: St. Catherine’s College

Single rooms on the campus are provided, which are modern, homely and well lit. The rooms are within short walking distance of the teaching rooms, dining hall and computer room. Internet access is available in the bedrooms with the appropriate cables. There is a common room with TV, pool table and comfy chairs for relaxing in the evenings. More information at www.stcatz.ox.ac.uk

August Accommodation: Oriel College

Oriel College is located right in the heart of Oxford in Oriel Square just off the High Street and is a short stroll through Christ Church Meadows to the river. The accommodation is single rooms with shared bathrooms that all look over the main quads and lawns. The third quad lawn has the distinction of being one of the few in Oxford on which you can walk, sit and study on. Oriel has some of the friendliest Porters in Oxford who keep the college safe and secure and are also invaluable sources of local information.

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Extracurricular Activities

Evening Social

Social events are organised every night in Oxford, including cinema, theatre, quiz evenings, debate contests and international student parties.

Coach Excursions

For students wishing to take part in coach excursions, there are optional trips to British heritage sites, giving students first-hand knowledge of Britain’s colourful past. Opportunities include London, Stonehenge, Roman Bath, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick Castle and Broughton Castle.

Weekend Excursions

Students may also take part in expeditions to Paris, Brussels, Edinburgh and Cornwall, where students have the chance to learn more about each location’s history and cultural significance.

Oxford

The alma mater of many famous poets, scientists and politicians, Oxford is a magnificent town full of ancient colleges, museums and parks. It would be easy to spend a lifetime exploring without leaving the city: there is just so much to see and do!

Optional Extras

Taxi Collection and Drop-Off

If you or your child is travelling to or from a major airport, we are able to arrange taxi collection to or from Oxford. If your child is travelling alone, we are able to provide a Chaperone to assist with the transfer at additional cost.

OxfordSure Student Insurance

Students must come with comprehensive travel insurance, to cover eventualities such as illness, repatriation, course cancellation and personal effects. We offer OxfordSure specialist student cover, which is available when making your booking.

Additional Information

Arriving and Departing

Students arrive on a Sunday and depart on a Saturday. The first event is the Welcome Reception for students and parents at 5 pm on the Sunday of arrival. The last commitment is breakfast on the Saturday of departure.

Application

You can either book online or you can download a paper application form and send it back to us.

Deposit

There is a booking deposit of £395.00 to accompany your application. Confirmation of your place will be sent to you once your application form has been processed.

Further Information

If you require any support, please either email us or give us a call on +44 (0) 845 130 60 21.

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