So you want to be a doctor? Be confident and fully prepared for every step of your medical school application. Packed with insight, tips, and information you won't find anywhere else, this essential guide helps applicants succeed against tough competition. Full of practical advice from those in the know! Over 100 medical students and admissions tutors have contributed to unique profiles of every medical school in the UK with rankings and detailed explanations of what it is really like to study at each one. Discover how often students encounter patients, how teaching is delivered, what the facilities are like, and most importantly, what admissions tutors are looking for. Every medical school is different and this book helps students choose the school they are best suited to. There is advice at every turn, providing support all the way from choosing A-levels, finding work experience, and writing personal statements, to strong strategies for interview success. The authors, who have all been through the process themselves, bring together insider information such as: - How much medical school really costs - How graduates of each medical school perform after they qualify - Which work experience is best, and how to get it - How to perform well on standardised admissions tests, such as the UCAT and BMAT, plus sample questions

The must-have guide to getting into medical school. Each chapter guides you through another step of the process, from deciding if medicine is for you and choosing a medical school, to passing the UKCAT and BMAT exams, applying to Oxbridge and getting through the interview.

All you need to know about becoming a doctor in the UK This book contains all the help you need to become a doctor. From applying to medical school through to choosing your specialty, you can find out: How to choose a medical school How to get into medical school How to survive as a medical student All about electives What life is like as a doctor As well as easy to follow information on choosing, getting into - and surviving - medical school, junior doctors in different specialties provide unique insight with firsthand accounts of what the job is like in real life, to help you plan and decide your future career path. Included in this fully updated third edition is the latest information on admission tests, an admission table with practical details about each medical school (as well as greater coverage of graduate medical schools), making this now even more comprehensive for everyone planning a career in medicine.

Applying for medical school needn't be such a daunting prospect with this book on your side. Packed with insight, tips, and information you won't find anywhere else, the second edition of So you want to be a doctor? is an essential guide to the application process from start to finish. Over 100 medical students and admissions tutors have contributed to unique profiles of every medical school in the UK. An insider point-of-view on each school is complemented by straight-forward rankings of each school by the cost of living, the difficulty of the course, and the competition for each place. With such a comprehensive and honest survey of UK medical schools, choosing the right one for you has never been easier. Alongside these profiles, this guide is packed with practical advice for every step of the application process. Find out what kind of work experience is best, and how to go about getting it. Prepare for your interview with an updated chapter including sample questions taken from the direct experience of successful medical school candidates. Ace your UKCAT or BMAT by learning how to approach the tests strategically and practising with the included sample questions. So you want to be a doctor? Then you'll need this book!

Can you adapt to the wide variety of learning environments in medicine? Can you show your best abilities in the exams at the same time as learning to be a doctor? Can you balance your studies with an enjoyable social life? Can you develop your professionalism and manage your 'digital footprint'? How to Succeed at Medical School will help you learn these vital skills, and much more. Written by experienced medical school teachers and packed full of case studies, illustrations, quotes from other students, tip boxes, exercises, portfolios and learning techniques to help you communicate, study and revise - it’s an essential resource to help you thrive at medical school. This thoroughly updated second edition includes new chapters on Professionalism and Teaching, and provides invaluable insight into what to expect from the start of medical school right through to the start of your medical career.

So You Want to Be a Doctor? is written specifically for young people who are considering embarking on a medical degree, as well as for those already enrolled. This essential guide covers: Prerequisites for admission into medical school at both undergraduate and graduate-entry level. What to expect as a qualified doctor in Australia today - and what the Australian community expects in its doctors. Life as a student, from the application, selection and interview process, to the pressures of study, advice on managing stress and distress, and where to get help if needed. The 18 medical schools in Australia, their similarities and differences and particular focus or strengths. The Australian health care system and career paths for medical graduates. It includes advice about study methods, financial support, and balancing study with part-time work and a social life, as well as information that is relevant to specific groups such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, international students and students with a disability. So You Want to Be a Doctor? provides all the information a prospective medical student might need to decide on pursuing a career in medicine and to survive and thrive during the course of their study.

So You Want to Go to Medical School - The Ultimate Guide to UK Medical Applications is a comprehensive guide for students looking to study medicine at a UK university. Using information from former medical admissions tutors, doctors, and current medical students, this book contains the guidance students need to excel at each stage of the medical admissions process.

'Deciding to study medicine is a momentous decision, and Ranjana Srivastava has created a long overdue and indispensable guide peppered with invaluable advice and insights – a must-read.' Dr Michael Carr-Gregg, Adolescent Psychologist An essential guide for anyone contemplating a career as a doctor, by one of Australia's finest practitioners – and writers. 2018 finalist book for The Australian Career Book Award – supported by the Royal Society of Arts in Australia and New Zealand. What is the life of a doctor really like? Is there an end to studying? Are money and prestige guaranteed? Can a fulfilling medical career and a satisfying family life co-exist and what support can a parent or partner give? Which doctors are the happiest? What is the most important question to ask yourself before studying medicine? An insider’s calm and considered answers could determine whether you choose to pursue this high-stakes career. Becoming a doctor is a tremendous privilege and a serious responsibility. With her trademark warmth and storytelling ability, Ranjana Srivastava delves into the reality of being a doctor in the modern era of medicine. Through lived experience as a frontline clinician, prolific writer, and mother, she celebrates the highlights of being a doctor but doesn't flinch from the disappointments. Her compelling stories illustrate the hidden facets of a life in medicine – from the burden of prolonged medical training and the regret of mismatched expectations to the humility of caring and the joy of making a difference, this book contains illuminating observations, reflection and advice that should be required reading for anyone contemplating a career as a doctor.

Stress. Anxiety. Dread. Failure. Procrastination. Demotivation. These are all words that come to mind when we think about our medical education - and they're EXACTLY what The Ultimate Guide To Being a Medical Student will help you to overcome! This book was created to help YOU achieve your potential in the least stressful way possible; to enable you to not only excel in your exams, but to stay mentally and physically healthy in the process. Written by Dr Chris Lovejoy, a Cambridge graduate and doctor, we are pleased to be able to offer these professional tips and tricks to beat the system and optimise your performance. By using the principles outlined in the book, you can empower yourself to achieve success regardless of your past performance. But be warned! There's a LOT of content in this book. Why? Because we've tried to make it as USEFUL as we can - and we KNOW that whatever your challenge, you'll find what you need within it. This book contains all the lessons you need not only to ace your exams, but also build the foundations that will propel you to greater success in the future! To find out more, then visit www.oxbridgemedicalsociety.com

Do YOU want to be a doctor? Accelerated medical (BA/MD) programs allow you to apply to medical school directly from high school. They are the Fastest! Cheapest! Easiest! way to get into medical school and guarantee your future! More people are applying to accelerated programs every year. Don't let this opportunity pass you by. From High School To Med. School is designed to be a complete step-by-step "tool-kit" for the entire process. Along with www.acceleratedmed.com, this book helps you "Get with the Program!" Here are just a few of the questions answered within: · If I go to an Ivy League school, won't I be able to get into medical school anyway? · What do I need to do in high school to be accepted into a medical program? · What kinds of questions will they ask me during the interview? · How will I deal with only being in college for two or three years? · Do younger medical students perform well compared to older medical students? Here's what people are saying about From High School to Med. School: "A BA/MD program gives students who are interested in a career in medicine a 'path of least resistance,'…" -Academic Medicine (full text inside) "Fills an important need for individuals considering this option--very informative." -Assoc VP, AAMC "This book should be required reading for all high school counselors and students interested in medicine." -Pre-medical Advisor "The authors are to be congratulated… They have chosen a topic that is relevant to a great number of high school students, and treated it with detail and brevity, candor and tact, and above all, clarity." -Dr. Balamurali Ambati, the "World's Youngest Doctor"