Medicine at University of London in London, UK

Course Description: Medicine at University of London in London, UK

Program Overview

The London Medicine Summer School for ages 16–18 provides a comprehensive understanding of medicine and disease, extending students' prior knowledge in biology, human anatomy, genetics, genomics, emergency medicine, and neuroscience in a hands-on learning environment.

Students will gain insight into what it takes to work in the medical profession in the 21st century on campus at Imperial College London, one of the world’s leading institutions for science and engineering. Through classes and workshops led by expert tutors and medical professionals, students will explore the fields of medicine and gain practical skills required to navigate the medical school application process.

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✅ What’s Included

✔️ Residential stay at the prestigious Imperial College London

✔️ Expert-led lessons on medicine, medical research, and clinical practice

✔️ Graduation ceremony, report cards, and a graduation certificate

✔️ International student community with over 170 nationalities represented

✔️ Accommodation, meals, tuition, and cultural programmes included

✔️ Cultural excursions to historic UK locations

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🎓 Program Highlights

• Medical Foundations: Learn the anatomy and physiology of key body systems and how they are affected by disease.

• Ethical Practice: Apply ethical principles to practical medical scenarios.

• Medical Communication: Develop presentation and communication skills through simulated checkups and patient appointments.

• Medical Specialisations: Explore the various fields and specialisations within medicine.

• Career Preparation: Gain insights into the path to medical school and what it takes to become a doctor, nurse, or health professional.

• Practical Clinical Experience: Participate in hands-on clinical exercises and case studies to better understand medical practice.

• Leadership & Collaboration: Develop leadership and collaboration skills through group work and presentations.

• Global Health Challenges: Identify and discuss the major health challenges facing humanity today.

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🧠 Key Skills Developed

• Medical Research & Critical Analysis

• Public Speaking & Communication

• Leadership & Collaboration in Healthcare

• Clinical Skills & Practice

• Ethical Decision Making in Medicine

• Medical Career Pathway Preparation

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🗓️ Sample Timetable

Week 1:

Sunday

🕒 Arrival & Transfer – Orientation & Staff Meet-and-Greet

Monday

🕗 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Introduction to Medicine & Human Anatomy

🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Genetics & Genomics Workshop

🕖 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Welcome Social & Team Building

Tuesday

🕗 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Emergency Medicine & Medical Ethics Lesson

🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Clinical Skills & Simulation Workshop

🕖 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Public Speaking & Debate Society

Wednesday

🕗 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Neuroscience & Mental Health Exploration

🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Full-day Excursion (e.g., London Hospitals, Medical Museums)

🕖 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM: Relaxation (Late Return)

Thursday

🕗 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Medical Simulation & Patient Consultation Workshop

🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Team-based Case Study Analysis

🕖 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Night Navigation or Fun Activity

Friday

🕗 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Ethical Decision-Making in Medicine

🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Medical Career Pathways & Application Tips

🕖 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Awards & Quiz Night

Saturday

🕗 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Full-day Cultural Excursion (e.g., Oxford or Bath)

🕖 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM: Campfire & Marshmallows �*

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🚗 Transportation

Transfer Fee: Available from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) at £130 one-way.

• Arrival flight must land after 06:00 BST and before 18:00 BST.

• Departure flight must take off no earlier than 08:00 BST and no later than 22:00 BST.

Price includes:

• Transport to campus

• Welcome on arrival

• Transport booked for you by our head office team

• Dedicated transfers line to call if any queries

• Information emails in advance

• Monitoring of flight delays/diversions and auto-adjustment of transport

• Supervision at the airport

• Unaccompanied minor paperwork (if needed)

• Connection with your transport, water and snack on arrival, and more.

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📜 Graduation & Certificate

Students will be invited to an illustrious graduation ceremony to receive their certificates in an amazing venue on campus, followed by a graduation party to celebrate their achievements.

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🎤 Guest Speakers from Previous Summers

• Professor Brian Cox – Physicist, Bestselling Author

• Marcus Du Sautoy – Mathematician, Scientist

• Helen Sharman – Astronaut, Scientist, the first British Astronaut to orbit Earth

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🎨 Activities

• Karaoke

• Quiz Night

• Arts & Crafts

• Sports (Football, Ping Pong, Yoga)

• Improv Theatre

• Chess Tournament

• Graduation Party

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🏫 Location

Enjoy educational experiences at the prestigious Imperial College London, one of the top universities for engineering and medicine. All programmes take place in a secure environment, with 24-hour campus supervision by staff. Students must check in regularly during the day: at breakfast roll-call; at morning classes; in the afternoon for lessons, workshops, or activities; at dinner and in the evening before curfew. Each campus has a safe where students can deposit items of value such as passports, bank cards, and travel documents.

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👩‍🏫 Sample Tutors

• Dr. Claire Keene – Public Health Clinician with a Master’s in International Health from the University of Oxford, and extensive clinical experience in Médecins Sans Frontières managing projects on HIV and tuberculosis.

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🔗 Call to Action

Apply Now to secure your place at the London Medicine Summer School. Immerse yourself in the world of medicine, gain hands-on experience in clinical practice, and learn from top medical professionals while studying at one of the world’s leading universities.