How to Conduct Research as a Medical Student
01/11/2024 • Study Guides
Of the many factors that can shape a future doctor to become the best version of themselves - such as theoretical knowledge, clinical experience, and interpersonal skills – research can be just as important. In some cases, it can even […]
Meeting your Academic Advisor at Medlink Students to Kickstart Your Medical Journey
08/10/2024 • Student Life, Medical Schools
Planning your medical school journey can feel like a big task, but don’t worry because we’re here to make it simple and easy. Meeting with your student advisor is all about getting to know you so we can guide you […]
5 Common Mistakes Medical Students Make When Applying Abroad
13/09/2024 • Medical Schools
Fresh out of high school and already feeling like the sky’s the limit, a daunting realisation comes crashing down on you. You remember that you have to begin applying to medical schools abroad to pursue your dream of becoming a […]
Problem-Based Learning (PBL) in Medical Education
12/09/2024 • Medical Schools, Study Guides
Education is the art of passing down applied knowledge. From the beginning of civilised history, education has played a central part in the healthy and meaningful growth of nations, taking humanity a step further with each passing age. Though education […]
Navigating Medical School Rejections When Applying on Your Own
03/09/2024 • Medical Schools
You’ve graduated high school with the dreams of becoming a doctor or dentist. You are determined to practise medicine, but despite applying to several universities, you were rejected and left wondering why. Applying again is the obvious choice, but the […]
Should I Retake or Resit My A Levels? Guide for Prospective Medical Students
17/07/2024 • Study Guides
Every year, thousands of students across the UK eagerly wait for their A-level results, with the hope of getting the grades they need for their dream university. However, the A-levels are notorious for being very difficult, and many students don’t […]
Why Transferring from Biomedical to Medicine is so Difficult in the UK
09/07/2024 • Medical Schools
Studying biomedical sciences is one of the many viable and popular pathways to getting into healthcare. It provides a strong foundation in health and disease that can lead to a successful career in research, laboratory work, pharmaceuticals and even medicine […]
How the WFME Impacts the Acceptance of Medical Degrees in the USA
17/06/2024 • Licencing
From 2024 onwards, all international students who want to become a doctor in the USA must graduate from a medical school that is approved by the ECFMG or accredited by a WFME-recognised accreditation agency. Although this statement may seem confusing […]
Become a Doctor in the UK: GMC Registration Steps for Non-EU Medical Graduates
31/05/2024 • Licencing
The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) has a great need for capable overseas-trained medical graduates who want to become doctors in the United Kingdom. Simply put, the higher education infrastructure in the UK is not capable of training enough medical […]
UK vs Europe: Comparing Medical School Requirements and Education
23/05/2024 • Medical Schools
Doctors throughout the world agree that choosing the right medical school is one of the most important steps to becoming a successful practitioner. So we decided to create this blog to serve as your guide toward choosing the best possible […]