The What, Why & How of Getting into Medical School

by Chris Graham (Author), Dayo Kashimawo (Author), Mike Thurm (Author), RajivSethi (Author)

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  2016

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  BPP University School of Health combines the academic excellence of a university with the real-life focus of a professional environment. Offering hands-on, practice-based programmes, we integrate theoretical and practical studies within a clinical setting. Our commitment to success is shown by our record of quality, innovation and market leadership in paper-based and e-learning materials. BPP University School of Health study materials are written by professionally qualified specialists who know from personal experience the importance of top quality materials for exam success. Entry to Medical School Series The What, Why and How of Getting into Medical School: A definitive guide for getting a place at medical school written by medical students who have been through it all. This book will help you on the journey to gaining a place at medical school. From seeking and undertaking work experience, to open days and choosing a medical school, to admissions tests and creating your UCAS personal statement, all the way to interviews and beyond - this guide explains it all to make sure nothing gets in your way as you start on the road to becoming a doctor! In this book, the authors: - Offer their wisdom and personal insights from their experiences of successfully applying to medical school - Describe the dos and don ts in a variety of situations; such as what to include in your personal statement, how to act when you are facing the interviewers, and tips on how to overcome any surprise obstacles - Break down and explain interview questions covering a wide range of topics, as well as providing exemplar answers to give you an idea of what interviewers will be looking for - Give you the confidence and skills to answer any question the interviewers can throw at you - Explore both traditional interviews and multiple mini interviews (MMIs) With the foreword written by Matthew Billingsley, editor of the Student BMJ, and edited by medical admissions experts, this book has been through a rigorous review process. Written by current medical students for future medical students, this guide will give you the best chance to get into medical school.