Virtual work experience

What to expect

Join our interactive virtual work experience programme offering a comprehensive exploration of a career in healthcare:

Days 1-3: Pathways to medicine

• Take part in a simulated trauma call and make decisions about how to care for a patient
• Follow real patients as they consult with doctors, learning how to reflect on what doctors are thinking and what patients are feeling
• Meet resident doctors and medical students and ask them any questions you have
• Be supported to use a learning journal to reflect on what you have learned (an important skill for doctors), which will be vital for your medical school interview
• The application process: Understand the key steps to a successful application to medical school.

Day 4: Nursing, allied health careers

• Exploring other careers in healthcare including nursing, radiography and allied health professions including physiotherapy and occupational therapy.

You are welcome to attend days 1-3, day 4, or all days.

Reflection is a crucial part of your work experience journey. To help you get the most out of your learning, we have created a Work Experience Learning Journal.

See our 2024 programme.

Who can apply

• Students in years 11 and above who are considering applying to medical school
• Must be aged 16 and above
• Must be in full-time education and studying at least two science A­-levels including chemistry
• Free to all students in the UK who meet the above criteria. *overseas applicants to contact via email

All students who register and meet the criteria above will be offered a virtual work experience programme position.

Key details

• Cost: completely free for students.
• Location: the event is held virtually via Microsoft Teams, enabling students to join from all over the UK.