Hi, this is my first time on the forum so be kind!
I'm wanting to apply for a 4 year fast-track medicine for September 2012 after having graduated from my first degree in 2004. I'm wanting a career change and after months of procrastination over it am going to take the plunge and try medicine.
Now, after speaking to a few unis (latest being Newcastle yesterday), they seem to want me to have had experience of an academic setting within the past 3 years. Having been in work for the past 7, that's not the case for me.
In preparation for applying to the courses I've bought myself the AQA A-Level biology and chemistry books to study to get myself back up to speed (not perfect, but seemed the best way at the moment to refresh myself).
Has anyone got advice for someone in my position to better my chances of getting an interview when I apply for the courses in October?
Adam
EDIT
Thought it'd be worthwhile saying that I have the qualifications to apply to a few of the unis that offer the 4 year course. I've a B in chemistry A-Level, 2:1 degree in maths and computer science and volunteering work under my belt. I'm taking UKCAT in September. I unfortunately can't take GAMSAT this year due to commitments on the one day you can sit it (can't believe there's only one date!!) so if I'm unsuccessful this year I'll take both UKCAT and GAMSAT next year.