Interview Skills Preparation for Students (Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary)

Deciding to study medicine and applying to Medical/Dental School is a big step. The vocational nature of the medical/dental degree indicates that you have made a decision about a course of study and also your future career. Choosing to study medicine or dentistry is only part of the story - selecting the right medical/dental school and preparing for that all important interview is equally important if you want a successful outcome and to maximise your time at university.

Description

This highly interactive course is an essential part of your preparation in the application and interview process for Medical, Dental and Veterinary School. It is hosted by experienced NHS Consultant Physicians, Dental Surgeons and Senior Lecturers who have been involved in this process for a number of years. This offers you the opportunity to gain insight from people who have the expertise and experience to help you succeed at interview.

Faculty includes: GP's, NHS Consultant Physicians, Surgeons and Senior Lecturers and Current Medical/Dental Students.

Course content:

Live mock interviews simulating MMI and exploring non-cognitive competencies.
How to structure and deliver your answers convincingly.
Lateral thinking questions and interview strategies.
How to use each question as an opportunity to promote yourself.
Important interview techniques, personal attributes and body language.
Work experience and motivation for studying medicine, dentistry and veterinary science.
The NHS and the medical environment.
Medical/Dental Ethics and Ethical Scenarios.

* all students spend 3 hours in live mock interviews with individual feedback.

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