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Life at Barts and the London/ QMUL
Choosing where to study medicine is a huge decision, and for me, Barts offered the perfect combination of academic opportunity, vibrant...
Dalia Al-Temimi
Aug 203 min read


Work Experience - How to Find (And Make the Most of ) It
Getting work experience before medical school isn’t just about building your university applications, but more importantly about making...
Jessica Beresford
Jul 43 min read


Surviving Medical School with a Chronic Illness - from a Type 1 Diabetic
Balancing medical school and a chronic illness like type 1 diabetes can be overwhelming. In this post, a medical student shares real-life tips for managing health, studies, and clinical placements. From staying organised to advocating for support, this guide offers practical advice and honest insight for anyone navigating medical training with a long-term condition.
Medics & Me
Jul 23 min read


Research in Med School: What It Means and How to Get Started
BY Dalia Al-Temimi Research is a huge part of modern medicine, shaping everything from new treatments to public health policies. As a...
Jessica Beresford
Mar 44 min read


Research Technician to Medical Student: Jennifer's Story
A Day in the Life of a Research Technician: Navigating Challenges Through Teamwork and Data Analysis As a research technician, my daily...
Lauren Wilson
Oct 30, 20242 min read


Life at Dundee University
Hi! I’m Maria and I’ve just started 4 th year at Dundee and so I want to give a current students perspective on life here, because I know...
Jessica Beresford
Oct 1, 20244 min read


Deciding Where to Apply - Breaking Down the Big Decisions
Deciding which med schools to apply to is a vital part of the application process and your experience going forward! Everyone will have...
Jessica Beresford
Jul 26, 20242 min read


Life at Manchester Uni
I'm Jess, and I've just graduated from Manchester Uni so wanted to share some of my experiences. Overall, I've absolutely LOVED my time...
Jessica Beresford
Jul 26, 20242 min read


Intercalation Stories - MSc Global Medical Ethics
Today, Regional Lead Hannah Stobbs talks to us about her intercalation experience at Liverpool. I didn’t plan on intercalating until...
Jessica Beresford
Jul 26, 20242 min read


Life at Leicester Uni
Kelley Chen’s Experience at the University of Leicester I’m coming towards the end of my first year of studying Medicine at the...
Jessica Beresford
Jul 23, 20244 min read


Life At Nottingham Uni
Caoimhe's experience at the University of Nottingham I am coming to the end of my second year studying medicine at the University of...
Jessica Beresford
May 4, 20243 min read


The Challenges of Med School.. And How to Cope
Though the application process is arguably one of the hardest parts of the med school experience, it is by no means plain sailing after...
Jessica Beresford
Apr 17, 20244 min read


Mastering the MMI
Multiple Mini Interviews are used by most med schools, and typically involve 6-10 stations spanning a variety of tasks from calculations...
Jessica Beresford
Apr 6, 20243 min read


Ten Tips for Making the Most out of the UCAT
Preparing for the UCAT is an incredibly stressful time in your life. The exam is literally designed to be almost impossible to ever get...
Megan Pode
Mar 27, 20246 min read


If At First You Don't Succeed...
How To Deal With Med School Rejection.. with Dr Pode The path into med school is by no means an easy one; with around 65% of applicants...
Jessica Beresford
Feb 20, 20245 min read


Letting Go Of Perfection - Why A Pass Is Enough!
Getting into med school is tough, there’s no question about it. It’s also what a lot of us have been striving for for years, chasing the...
Medics & Me
Dec 11, 20232 min read


Be Kind to Your Mind - Looking After Your Mental Health When Applying to Medicine
Applying to competitive courses such as medicine can sometimes create toxic environments . In my experience I found a lot of people are...
Medics & Me
Dec 11, 20233 min read
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