International Summer School

2015

International
Summer School
INTO St Georges, University of London is delighted
to offer an exclusive two-week Summer School for
international students who are considering applying
for an undergraduate degree in Medical, Biomedical
or Health Sciences in a UK university.
Thinking of studying Medical, Biomedical
or Health Sciences in the UK?
Join us at INTO St Georges, University of
Londons International Summer School in
July 2015 for a unique insight into studying
Medical, Biomedical and Health Sciences in
the UK.

Activities will include:

The course includes:

An overview of Medical training in the UK

This session will provide an introduction to
the variety of careers available in Medicine
and related Health Sciences. You will also
be given a tour of St Georges Hospital and
Medical School.

an introduction to the different careers

available in Medicine and Health Sciences
an overview of Medical, Biomedical
and Health Sciences undergraduate
degrees in the UK
a taste of what it would be like
studying Medicine, Biomedical Sciences,
Radiography or Physiotherapy in the UK
the opportunity to experience studying
on campus at a London-based hospital
and Medical School
guidance on interview techniques and
first-hand experience of the medical
selection Multi Mini Interviews (MMIs)
find out more about the UK Clinical
Aptitude Test (UKCAT)
visits to local and national attractions.

Welcome and plan of the programme

Ice-breaker games and activities.
Understanding the British a fun session
which will give an introduction to aspects of
British culture and language.

Life as a medical student including a

presentation by current students
You will also learn about the entry
requirements to study Medicine at university.
Lab sessions
You will get the opportunity to carry out
simple experiments in the Biomedical
Sciences department. You will find out about
relevant careers in this field and the entry
requirements to study Biomedical Sciences
at university.
Radiography workshop
You will learn about imaging and radiotherapy
by diagnosing medical conditions using real
x-rays and scans. You will also learn about the
entry requirements to study Radiography at
the University.
Physiotherapy workshop
Using three case studies, you will learn
about the three main areas of physiotherapy;
Neurological, Respiratory and Musculoskeletal.
You will also learn about the entry
requirements to study Physiotherapy
at the University.

Key course facts

Course dates
Mon 20 Jul 2015Fri 31 Jul 2015

Tuition fee
2,000 which includes accommodation,
breakfast and the social programme.
Also includes airport transfers.
The cost does not include air fares, lunch
and evening meals.

Entry requirements:
All students are required to have a good academic
record, and an interest in studying Medicine, Biomedical
or Health Sciences, and an IELTS score of 5.0 (in total
and each sub-set).
Minimum Age: 16

Introduction to Clinical Practice

You will rotate around three or four clinical
skill stations, including basic life support,
skeletons, reflexes and heart sounds.
Introduction to Surgery
You will be shown a video of a surgery
and talked through the procedure with
the opportunity to ask questions. You will
be taught how to suture and given the
opportunity to put these skills into practice.

About UKCAT
You will be introduced to the five components
of the UKCAT: verbal reasoning, quantitative
analysis, abstract reasoning, decision analysis,
and situational judgement. You will be given
some basic techniques for approaching each
section followed by mock questions on which
to practice.

Other property features

Shared modern and well equipped kitchens

Preparing for an interview

This session will cover common interview
questions and practice and what interviewers
are looking for. It will also include information
about the MMIs (Multi Mini Interview) and
the opportunity to take part in a mock MMI
session with feedback.

Utilities included in the price

Accommodation
Horton Halls of Residence houses 486
students in self-catering single study/
bedroom units, each unit with its own ensuite facilities. It is only a short walk to local
supermarkets and shops. Horton Halls is only
15 minutes walk from the University campus.

London Eye

University-style lecture
You will experience a sample lecture on a
topic, which will be explored in more details
in the afternoon session.
Problem Based Learning (PBL)
You will work in groups on a clinical problem,
integrating theory and practice, and applying
knowledge and skills to develop a solution
to a defined problem.
The application process
You will receive guidance on the application
process for a UK university degree, including
a workshop on how to write a good
personal statement.

Fast broadband internet

CCTV and Secure Door Entry
Laundry
24-hour Resident Porter

Secure bike storage.

Exciting social programme
There will be plenty of social activities
included in the programme for you to
get to know the capital, such as:

Madame Tussauds
Boat trip along the Thames
Tower of London
Day trip to the British Seaside.

Single study bedroom with en suite bathroom

Clinical communication
The session will include a presentation
introducing the importance of communication
skills for healthcare professionals. Participants
will then have the opportunity to role-play a
GP consultation, with an actor playing the role
of a patient and participants as a GP.
Hunterian Museum
This museum, located within the Royal
College of Surgeons, covers of over 200 years
of surgery and goes into the techniques,
instruments, and educational aspects
of surgery.

Large common room

The Houses of Parliament as seen from the London Eye

Making friends in halls

is really easy because
we are always together
and we live in the same
block so we got to
know each other
quite quickly.
Sanghee Cho, South Korea

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counsellors in your home country.

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