Students will be placed in a GP practice and therefore there will be plenty of networking opportunities with all the staff, including nurses, doctors and the practice manager. They are there to answer any of your questions at suitable times during the placement week.

We recommend that students bring a notepad and pen to take notes (or a device to write on). In addition, students should bring a water bottle for the day. Students do not need to bring lunch as this will be provided but they might want to bring a couple of snacks to eat throughout the day. Please make sure these snacks are NUT FREE to take into account any students that may have nut allergies. Students on certain programmes such as Computer Science, will need to bring their own device. If you have not got a laptop, one will be provided. A specialised list will be communicated nearer to the time.

The work experience programme will take place in central London, with workshops being held in various locations. Industry placement days will be held in top London firms. Any excursions will take place in London or the surrounding areas. If excursions are held out of London, students will meet at a designated location and travel together.

Students opting for the residential programme will stay in Ramsay Hall, part of the University College London (UCL) campus. Students will stay in single occupancy rooms with shared bathroom facilities. Male and female students will be placed in separate floors.

Students will be able to arrive on the Sunday before the start of the programme. There will be a member of the Study Mind team to greet you. Students will check out on the Friday after the programme has ended. If you would like to book an extra night accommodation (e.g. Friday night), please contact us and we can arrange this for you (dependant on availability).

Students can expect to receive a finalised timetable of their work experience week by the end of May. Students will also receive further information on what to pack/bring and pre-preparation materials by mid June so that they can prepare themselves for the programme and get the most out of their experience.

We create a respectful and inclusive learning environment where all students feel confident participating. Our team upholds a strict anti-bullying policy and encourages mutual respect and collaboration. If you have any concerns during the entrepreneurship work experience, our staff will be available to support you.

Yes, we aim to make the programme inclusive and accessible for all students. Please let us know your specific needs in advance so we can provide any necessary accommodations and ensure you have the best possible experience.

All sessions are held in a safe and well-organised environment. Our staff are DBS-checked, and we have robust safeguarding policies in place to protect all students. If you're staying in accommodation, our team is available 24/7 for any questions, and university security is also on-site around the clock.

The practice manager will be your first port of call if you have any questions or concerns. Our friendly and experienced team is also available to support you throughout the week. We’re here to help you succeed and enjoy the experience.

Booking is simple! Simply choose your programme length and book through the website. If you have any questions, you can contact us on [email protected] and arrange a call with one of our team. The programme is open to students aged 15-18 and no prior legal experience is required. If students are coming from abroad, they will require a good level of English in order to participate fully.

We are with you every step of the way, from your application to beyond the programme. After completion, we offer additional support with university applications and personal statement guidance. 

Not only will students receive a fully-organised GP placement week, they will also receive pre-preparation materials to ensure that they gain the most out of their placement week. Unlike traditional work experience, our team of experts are also here to support you after your placement. You can choose to book UCAT tutoring, have support with your medical school application or attend interview live days. You can also choose to customise your experience and attend days in our medicine work experience programme as well.