Foundation Year Medicine Or Not?

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Foundation Year Medicine Or Not?

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Good Evening Everyone,

I have a question regarding whether I should apply to Medicine this year or not. Firstly, I understand that this comes down to my decision but I would appreciate it if I could gain some insight too. Thank you.

My background:
- ABB in Chem, Psychology, Bio (achieved - I'm on a gap year)
- UCAT : 2350
- Work Experience in hospital (ward helper), pharmacy.

I've researched for foundation years/gateway years concerning unis and have looked at their requirements( typically background/A-Levels/if parents are in recipients of benefits/ucat bursaries), and can confirm that I'm eligible for all these areas.

However, my academics are very low for Medicine. I have two options now and thus would like some advice on which one to go for:

a). Do the BMAT. Apply to a mix of unis: some accepting BMAT w/ contextual offers on A-Levels, and others with...

Source: The Student Room - September 17, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: E.Coli.3 Tags: Medicine Source Type: forums