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Medicine Personal Statement Online Crash Course

In2Med via FutureLearn

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Overview

Learn how to write the best personal statement to get into medical school

Receiving great feedback from both teachers and students alike, this nine-lesson online course teaches you all you need to know about writing a personal statement geared towards getting into medical school.

Learn what admissions tutors are looking for

Taught by medical graduates from the University of Cambridge, you’ll learn first hand what a career in medicine is all about and what admissions tutors are looking for in applications and personal statements.

You’ll also discover how and where to find work experience, volunteering opportunities and academic materials to help bolster your application.

Discover how to write a personal statement for medical school

Using in-depth examples and gaining extensive advice throughout, you’ll find out exactly what makes a great personal statement and how best to improve your chances of getting into the competitive world of medical schools and dental schools.

You’ll then have time to have a go yourself writing your own personal statement, with feedback and advice given on every aspect of the process.

Gain in-depth knowledge and support from In2Med

Supported by the Cambridge Accelerate Programme and taught by medical students themselves, this easy-to-access online course from In2Med is the first of its kind, dedicated to helping all kinds of students from all over the world get started with their career in medicine.

This course is aimed for students in years 12 and 13 (lower sixth and upper sixth) - both in the UK and abroad - who are interested in applying to medical or dental school within the UK.

Syllabus

  • Understanding how to write a great Personal Statement
    • Choosing to Study Medicine
    • How to Apply to Medicine
    • Personal Statement Basics
  • Preparing to write your personal statement
    • Gathering Experience
    • Writing your Personal Statement
  • Writing your personal statement
    • The Opening Paragraph
    • Work Experience Paragraph
    • Academic Interests and Key Attributes
    • Conclusion and Final Tips

Taught by

Rebecca Love-Howard

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