Graduate Entry Medicine 2017

Modify bought, UKCAT booked. 4th October.

Worried already.

Hi AdamCW

Don't be worried! You have allowed yourself plenty of time to prepare, which is fantastic!

Set yourself a schedule for prep that builds up to a few hours per day in the weeks leading up to your test date, this could take the form of practice on your own or as part of a course.

Also, make sure you have the most up to date and comprehensive resources available to help you to put yourself into the best position to succeed.

Give me a shout if you have any questions I can help with!

UniAdmissions

Hiya, not sure if i've said anything here before but...
I am studying Tropical Disease Biology at UoL (Thoroughly enjoying it), I have very modest GCSEs and A levels (ABC), and so I'm worried about my application. I'm trying to apply tactfully as I've been incredibly lucky to have a fair amount of experience.

I'm thinking
Newcastle 5 year
Southampton 4/5year
Warwick 4 year

if anyone could shed any light on to whether you have more chance on the 5 year courses as a graduate (due to having the degree) or less (do they prioritise school leavers), then that would be fab! Finances isnt a massive issue for me.

However it is all dependant on how well I do on the UKCAT.

so.. any tips for the UKCAT?
any other universities that are UKCAT and do not pay too much regard to before university?
and also any tips in general for the application? I've built up a portfolio of my work experience, (Warwick wanted 70 hours of 'hands on' work, which I have got but its pretty tenuous as 'hands on'). If i get a poor UKCAT I'll probably ditch Newcastle (cut off in 2014 of 750!!!) and will have to apply elsewhere. any suggestions?

Also does anybody think my degree will give me a bit of a niche? or do you think its not a big deal? so worried about my application and i really want to 'stand out' but i'm finding it incredibly difficult to find something 1000s of applicants don't already have!

All this UKCAT talk is making me depressed, I can't get any higher than 610 and my test's next week 😭

Okay guys, UKCAT on the 18th and I'm still very crap, although I've improved. Struggling so hard with VR . Send some advice and success stories (for inspiration haha) my way if you guys have any, Goodluck to everyone!

For graduate medicine, how much funding can you apply for to cover your degree??

Okay guys, UKCAT on the 18th and I'm still very crap, although I've improved. Struggling so hard with VR . Send some advice and success stories (for inspiration haha) my way if you guys have any, Goodluck to everyone!

Okay guys, UKCAT on the 18th and I'm still very crap, although I've improved. Struggling so hard with VR . Send some advice and success stories (for inspiration haha) my way if you guys have any, Goodluck to everyone!

In years 2, 3 and 4, you can get the minimum from student finance which works out to be 3 payments of between £700-£800. The rest then comes from NHS bursary and depending on your circumstances can range from £80-£400 per month for all 12 months of the year.

Is it expected that we would work through years 2-4 because that seems incredibly low? Like not even covering rent low.

The finance situation for graduate medicine is pretty poor.

Hi Ana Med

It differs from year to year. Below is a breakdown:

In year 1 you are required to pay £3,465 of your tuition fees yourself. The remainder £5,535, you can apply to student finance for.

In years 2, 3 and 4. You apply to NHS bursary to pay the £3,465 and student finance the remainder.

For living costs etc. In year 1 you apply for a means tested allowance from student finance which will differ depending on your situation.

In years 2, 3 and 4, you can get the minimum from student finance which works out to be 3 payments of between £700-£800. The rest then comes from NHS bursary and depending on your circumstances can range from £80-£400 per month for all 12 months of the year. Hope that helps and if you have any more questions just message me on here.




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Yikes. Life was quite comfortable on undergrad, feeling a bit apprehensive about the next 4 years now.

I've heard Newcastle look at UKCAT and what you've achieved/predicted in your degree but not 100% sure, if I'm wrong anyone can feel free to correct me

Hi Ana Med

It differs from year to year. Below is a breakdown:

In year 1 you are required to pay £3,465 of your tuition fees yourself. The remainder £5,535, you can apply to student finance for.

In years 2, 3 and 4. You apply to NHS bursary to pay the £3,465 and student finance the remainder.

For living costs etc. In year 1 you apply for a means tested allowance from student finance which will differ depending on your situation.

In years 2, 3 and 4, you can get the minimum from student finance which works out to be 3 payments of between £700-£800. The rest then comes from NHS bursary and depending on your circumstances can range from £80-£400 per month for all 12 months of the year. Hope that helps and if you have any more questions just message me on here.




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