Where can I find information on a career in general practice for school leavers?
Please find below links to several documents which will give you an overview of your route to medical school and then on to a career in general practice. General practice is an excellent choice of a career at present with many career options and opportunities for clinical specialisation. 1) “Becoming a Doctor: Entry in 2005”, published by the BMA, is an excellent overview of what it takes to enter the medical profession, including the relevant qualities and qualifications needed to gain entry to medical school. 2) Insider’s Guide to Medical School 2004-2005 is another BMA publication which gives the low-down on life at medical school. The publication: Lists the entry requirements for each medical school in the UK. Describes the positive and negative points of each medical school according to its students. Provides information on medical school funding and support. Includes a feature on a day in the life of a medical student. Contains an extended section for graduate students and those
