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Category: Study Tips

  • How to Prepare for Starting Medical School

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    As summer draws to an end you might be wondering, ‘is there something I should be doing to prepare for going to medical school?’ Here are ten things that will make your start to college as smooth and stress-free as possible.  1) Make sure you have the essentials Check you have all the supplies you… Read more

  • What’s 1st Year Medicine at Trinity College Dublin Like?

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    I’m currently studying medicine at Trinity College Dublin. Here’s some info on what to expect from 1st year medicine at TCD including the structure of the year and the different modules we cover. Structure of the Year The year is divided into two semesters. Semester 1 (Michaelmas term) runs from September to Christmas and Semester… Read more

  • Tips to Prepare for the New Medical School Year

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    As summer draws to an end we (or perhaps just over-thinkers like myself) find ourselves wondering, ‘is there something I should be doing to prepare for going back to medical school?’ Here are ten things that will make your return to college as smooth and stress-free as possible.  1) Make sure you have the essentials… Read more

  • 10 Things you Need for a Great Start to Medical School

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    1) Access to an Electronic Device Most students type up notes during lectures on an ipad/laptop. However, if you don’t have you own electronic device you can absolutely take handwritten notes. Most universities have a computer room that you can use for online assignments. If you are struggling financially make sure you are availing of… Read more

  • How to Crush Resit Exams Without Sacrificing Your Summer

    Having to resit an exam is not on anyone’s summer bucket list. However, for one reason or another, lots of college students find themselves in this position. Studying for resits isn’t fun but it doesn’t have to ruin your summer. Read on for tips on how to study for resits in the most effective and… Read more

  • The Best Study Resources For Medical Students

    There’s so much information to get through in medical school! Here are some of my favourite study resources that help make course work a little less scary for me. Hopefully they’ll do the same for you! YouTube Videos Youtube videos are literally what’s getting me through this degree! They are so so helpful and actually… Read more

  • What’s the Best Med School Study Method for You?

    No one says med school is easy but finding the right study method can make a huge difference. Let’s find out which one works best for you! Starting med school I was overwhelmed by the avalanche of information being hurled at me everyday. When it came to study I didn’t know where to start and… Read more