MEDLINK is YOUR Course

• Extend the essential Core Medlink course to match your exact needs
• Whether you need an extra session to explain the intricacies of an Oxbridge application, or a session to help you to achieve a Chemistry A* grade, a range of options are available to you

Meet with many of the UK medical schools ...

• A chance for students and parents to meet with many of the UK medical schools in a relaxed and informal atmosphere
• Offering the opportunity to 'visit' medical schools from Aberdeen to Southampton in just a few steps

Are able to answer any of your questions ...

• A number of medical students will be available throughout the conference to assist you with many of the practical and interactive sessions
• The medical students will be available and willing to answer any questions or concerns you may have about studying medicine

Covers many areas of modern medicine ...

• Delivered by a variety of specialist doctors and key personnel involved in medical school admissions
• The presentations cover many areas of modern medicine, and a wide selection of topics of special interest to the prospective medical student

Covers a range of hands-on practicals ...

• Covering a range of hands-on practicals with the focus on cardiology, the use of the otoscope, ophthalmology, and other clinical tools for examination and diagnosis
• These sessions are supported by pre-conference materials available on this website

Identify or diagnose a number of conditions ...

• These workshops are group problem solving exercises. Working in small teams with genuine patients, there will be the opportunity to identify and diagnose a number of conditions
• These sessions are also supported by pre-conference information and materials on this website

Simulation of a busy A & E department ...

• Medlink's specially designed simulation of a busy casualty department, where you will work in teams in real time to make diagnoses and manage resources
• This session is also supported by pre-conference information and materials on this website

Engage and learn about the advancements in surgery ...

• Advancements in surgery are happening at a rapid pace and offer incredible opportunities for future doctors and you can find out more through Medlink
• Our modern surgery pre-conference materials available through this website will allow you to experience a range of operations and surgical specialities

Innovation in medical school admissions ...

• The UKCAT is one of the most exciting innovations in modern medical admissions. Medlink was delighted to be selected as the venue for UKCAT to launch the test
• This year we will bring you up to date with the latest requirements of the test, and crucially, how different medical schools use the test scores to select students for interview

From admissions tutors to finance ...

• Offering a variety of presentations ranging from finance to supporting your son or daughter's application to medical school
• Plus the opportunity to talk direct to skilled admissions professionals from UK medical schools and other institutions. Full details in the Medlink Booklet and on this website

Try university life before you apply ...

• Experience campus life for yourself before you actually apply to university and discover what it is like to stay in a hall of residence
• This is a valuable experience for all prospective medical students and is not to be missed

Make new friends and more ...

• A variety of different activities designed to ensure that you have every opportunity to make new friends from amongst the young people who you may be living and working alongside when at medical school
• A great opportunity also for informal 'networking'

For use at conference and medical school ...

• A practical stethoscope suitable for use both now and in the future will be yours to keep, and you can upgrade it to a more sophisticated professional stethoscope if you wish
• Note that this conference includes training in its use during an associated practical session, including support from pre-conference materials on this website

Your UCAS entry can be just the start ...

• Applications to the rest of Europe and overseas do not affect your UCAS entry
• You will learn about the advantages and opportunities available to you in both Europe and elsewhere in the world

To enhance and support your UCAS application ...

• These workshops have been specially designed to support your UCAS application and interview preparation for medical school
• Working in small groups you will have the opportunity to enhance your interview techniques

The Medlink Booklet

• The definitive guide to all things Medlink. 32 pages of essential information, maps and much more, the booklet will be mailed to delegates after booking confirmation
• Your Booking Confirmation document sent with your booklet will allow you to access the Medlink pre-conference materials

Student Forum

• Offering advice, information and the opportunity to meet and make new friends
• You can even arrange to share lifts before you arrive at Medlink

Support Materials

• To help you make the most of your time at conference we provide a rich selection or pre-conference materials
• These will allow you to be fully prepared for the many interactive and practical sessions that you will be involved in

Working Abroad

• There will opportunities for Medlink students to travel to Romania or India working with the Medlink supported charities for children
• Full details of these opportunities will be made available to you at Medlink

Medlink Newsletters

• The Medlink Newsletters will contain the latest news and information to anyone interested in topics that range from medical school application to recent advances in medicine and medical education
• The Medlink Newsletters will be available from January and notifications will be emailed to all Medlink delegates

Blogs and Podcasts, new in 2012

• Medical student blogs are the online diaries of a number of medical students from a range of medical schools
• Download and listen to podcasts from medical students and others talking on a range of topics of interest to prospective medical students

We will make a difference

Medlink strives for excellence and is committed to producing the highest quality information and support for your successful application and transition to medical school.

We consistently monitor all aspects of our service to ensure that we build on the strengths of previous conferences. We promise to do all that is possible to make a genuine difference to your preparation and successful application to medical school.

The Medlink Team