P1010619_square Applying to Medical School Guide

One thing we consistently hear from our UK students about applying to medical school is that the process of applying can be quite confusing at times. With this in mind we’d like to offer you a complimentary guide aimed at simplifying the whole pro... (more)

What Area of Medicine to Specialise in

A subject that many medical school students often wrestle with, is the ultimate decision of what field of medicine to specialise in. This often causes medical students anxiety as choosing a particular field of medicine may affect the rest of a doc... (more)

Coping with Medical School Stress

With exams pressure, being away from home, living in new surroundings and trying to live on a tight budget, Medical school can be a stressful experience. Stress can lead to all sorts of problems, from sleepless nights and headaches, to excessive d... (more)

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Gap Medics are offering an exciting project for Australian students that are looking to apply for university courses in either medicine, nursing, dentistry or midwifery. We are running a special programme in Tanzania and Thailand during the Januar... (more)

The Widening Access to Medical School Scheme

Getting into medical school isn’t easy. Not only do students have to demonstrate high levels of academic potential, but the high costs associated with studying medicine and prolonged length of study has meant traditionally, medical school has been... (more)

Thailand_square Gap Year Thailand

Thailand is one of the most enigmatic and popular destinations for western tourists. Formerly known as the Kingdom of Siam, Thailand receives millions of foreign visitors each year, and is a popular destination for backpackers and gap-year travell... (more)

F_dsc_0206_2_square Singapore School Special

Gap Medics are offering an exciting project for students from Singapore schools that are looking to apply for university courses in either medicine, nursing, dentistry or midwifery. We are running a special 1 week programme in Tanzania during the ... (more)

4-20101012020_square The Difference Between a Consultant and a Doctor in a Hospital

In the UK, fully qualified medical practitioners are placed into two categories, doctors and consultants, and it is important to understand the difference between the two terms. The term doctor usually applies to General Practitioners (GP), which ... (more)

P1000787_square Career Route to Becoming a Surgeon

Surgery is one of the most sought after and rewarding careers in medicine. Surgery is well-paid, has a high level of job security and provides a challenging and rewarding career. Becoming a surgeon can take many years and requires a high level of ... (more)

Med School Freshers Week

Most freshers, however, remember Freshers Week for the socialising. All sorts of events, nights out and entertainment is provided during Freshers Week for new students, and it is the perfect time to begin making new friends. One of the first ports... (more)