Medicine Work Experience London: Free Live In-Person Medicine Work Experience in London
- The Medic Life
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Message from the Founder -> "Welcome! I’m Dr. Bakhtar Ahmad, founder of The Medic Life and a practising UK doctor. In this guide, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know about medicine work experience in London.
PS: Before I start, I wanted you (as a future doctor/dentist) to join us at King's College London for a Free workshop.
Medicine Work Experience London: NHS-aligned workshops
Our free London medicine work experience gives you real insight into healthcare. The Medic Life runs NHS-aligned workshops and placements where students observe doctors and caring roles across London. This shows admissions tutors you understand life in medicine.
Best of all, our program is completely free - we break down financial and connection barriers so everyone can participate. You’ll hear from specialists in surgery, psychiatry, GP care and more, and learn to reflect on those experiences (medical schools value applicants who do this).
What We Offer: Medicine Work Experience London
Free Interactive Workshops: Join our London events (e.g. at King’s College London) and virtual seminars where NHS doctors and med students talk about their day-to-day work. These one-day sessions include demos and simulations so you experience aspects of medical careers first-hand.
Hospital & GP Shadowing: We connect you with supervised placements in London NHS hospitals and GP practices (usually age 16+). Whether it’s observing ward rounds or GP consultations, we arrange flexible dates near you. (We also advise on paperwork and approvals so you’re fully prepared.)
Virtual Experience: If in-person isn’t possible, we guide you to free online options like the RCGP’s Observe GP platform. Our own webinars and interactive modules simulate patient interactions, giving London students extra practice from home.
Expert Mentoring: Our team (led by doctors like our founder Dr. Ahmad) teaches you how to reflect on what you see. You’ll learn to identify skills (teamwork, communication, empathy) and tie them into your personal statement and interviews – not just log hours.
Accessible & Nationwide: The Medic Life’s mission is to make work experience available to all. Our services are entirely free. We partner with London NHS trusts (e.g. North West London UHC NHS Trust) and hospitals across the UK, so you can often find placements close to home.
Who Can Join The Medic Life's Free Medicine Work Experience in London?
Year 12–13 (Age 16+): The prime time to build your CV. At 16 and above, more doors open: you can shadow doctors, volunteer in clinics, and attend our London workshops. We specialize in helping Year 12s secure the work experience they need before UCAS, and Year 13s can fill any gaps with our resources.
Year 10–11 (Age 14–15): Even younger students can benefit. Some London trusts offer introductory programs or insight days for Year 10–11. We’ll guide you to age-appropriate opportunities (like virtual workshops or volunteering) to start learning now. This early experience gives you a head start and builds good habits.
Other Aspiring Medics: Graduates, gap-year students, and career-changers are welcome. Our workshops and online sessions cover core insights for any applicant, and we can suggest placements suitable for older students as well. In short, if you want medicine in London (or anywhere in the UK) – The Medic Life helps at every stage.
Medicine Work Experience London -> How to Start Your London Experience?
Book a Free Workshop: Check our Free Events page and register for upcoming London sessions. For example, our 2026 Workshop will be a full-day event at King’s College London – free to attend. Spots fill up fast, so sign up early!
Join Online Sessions: We run live webinars year-round on med applications, UCAT prep, and more. These always include tips on finding and maximizing work experience. Join from home and ask questions in real time.
Request a Placement: Use our online Free Medicine Work Experience form. Tell us your age, year group, and what you’re looking for. Our team will then try to match you with a suitable London hospital or GP placement. (We work closely with local NHS staff, though we can’t guarantee a spot for everyone – persistence helps.)
Attend & Reflect: Treat every opportunity like the professionals do. Come prepared, ask questions, and be enthusiastic. Keep a journal of what you observe and learn – we’ll show you how to turn those notes into great personal statement examples.
As a Year 12 or mature student, you might shadow a doctor in a London clinic. We’ll help arrange that (and handle the paperwork) so you can focus on learning from real consultations. If you’re under 16, don’t worry: until clinical placements are available, you can join our virtual workshops and local NHS insight days.
Medicine Work Experience London: Free Live In-Person Medicine Work Experience in London -> FAQs
Who can attend the London work experience?
Anyone interested in medicine. Our program is open to Year 10s, 11s, 12s and older - even older university applicants. We run specific London events (e.g. workshops at King’s College) especially aimed at Year 12 students preparing for med school.
Do I have to pay?
No. All our London workshops and shadowing programs are completely free. We are funded by bursaries, so you don’t pay a penny.
Can I do this if I’m 15 or under?
Yes. Some London NHS trusts offer limited Year 10-11 programs, and we recommend volunteering (e.g. helping in a care home) or online experiences to build relevant experience. You can also start attending our free workshops – they’re valuable at any age.
How do I sign up?
Visit The Medic Life website. To join a London workshop, go to Free Events and book your spot on our upcoming sessions. For one-on-one placements, fill in our Medicine Work Experience form so our team can match you with a local NHS placement or place you on a work experience programme. Our role is to expose you to medicine/dentistry as early as possible! We’ll guide you through each step.
Is this only for London students?
No, The Medic Life is UK-wide. But this page highlights our London offerings (in collaboration with local trusts and universities). Even if you’re outside London, you can apply for these workshops or find virtual options through us.
Ready to jump-start your medical journey?
The Medic Life’s free London work experience will empower you with the insights and confidence to pursue medicine. Register now for our next London workshop or submit our medicine work experience request form - take the first step toward a career in healthcare!
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