The event brought together students from Years 11 to 13, including participants from other local schools, showcasing a depth of curiosity and ambition among young people considering a career in medicine. Students heard from peers, medical and engineering undergraduates, and leading clinicians and researchers from the University and Addenbrooke’s Hospital. Talks explored topics ranging from patient involvement in health research to AI-powered medical imaging, and systems immunology. The conference concluded with a collaborative challenge, where mixed-school teams proposed technology-driven solutions to current medical issues, with one group presenting an impressive concept using AI to enhance stroke diagnosis.
Outcomes
One student, David, reflecting on his experience of the programme, noted how the range of activities helped him to develop a clear understanding of medicine as a career, and supported his application:
“The program supported me with lots of activities, including applying for clinical shadowing and hospital volunteering, carrying out a mini-EPQ (scientific report writing) and disease presentations, lessons on the NHS and medical ethics, as well as UCAT preparation. These experiences were essential in helping me write my personal statement and developing my understanding of medicine as a career.