Biomedical science and Biomedical engineering are both fields that utilise knowledge of medicine and knowledge of modern scientific advancements to understand and enhance human health. Although these fields vary considerably, some students might be grappling with the choice of which one to study. It is important to evaluate several factors including course difficulty, job availability,…
If you’re feeling anxious about starting medical school, you’re not alone. In fact, it’s perfectly normal to feel a little scared about embarking on such a challenging journey. But don’t worry, there are plenty of people who have been through it before and come out on the other side. It’s normal to feel scared about…
The MCAT is one of the most important exams for entry into medical school in the US. But what score will get you a place at med school, and is 507 enough? What is the MCAT? The MCAT is a standardized, multiple-choice test administered by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). It is required…
Doing a Masters in public health is a pretty big undertaking for any student hoping to make a difference in the healthcare sector. One of the biggest decisions aspiring students must make is deciding on studying the course via distance learning, or via in-person classroom learning. The increased demand to deliver course content online, brought…
While there is absolutely nothing wrong with studying nursing, certain traits and characteristics of the degree/career make it difficult to sustain in the long run. Nurses often complain to each other about issues that they face while on the job, however the general public usually ignores what seems to be a cry for help. It’s…
I’ve posted about the reasons why you should avoid studying nursing several times. The truth of the matter is nursing is a very important and respectable career path. Many people find lifelong success and true fulfilment studying nursing. Here are some of the reasons why. Guaranteed job opportunity Nurses are often guaranteed jobs upon completing…
Both the physician associate program and the medicine program train aspiring students to practice via the medical model to treat patients and uphold values of their respective professions. There is often discussion about which profession is best for students, and which offers the least stress both at university and on the job. So, physician associate…
In the UK, students can apply to study medicine right after they finish their A levels, but all too often, aspiring medics are advised to study biomedical science before applying to become doctors. While on paper this may be a good strategy to follow because you will have background knowledge in medical sciences, in practice,…
