University Exams.

[wblastyn]

I'm about to start my second semester exams in my first year of Biomedical Science. I worked hard thoughout the year for my first semester exams and did pretty well as a result - I got a 1st in Genetics/Molecular Biology, 1st in Anatomy/Physiology and a 2:1 in Learning Skills (it was really boring). I mainly wanted to prove to myself that I could do the work after having to "temporarily withdraw" from uni for two years due to depression/anxiety.

This time around I haven't worked as hard (although I have done some work, I haven't been completely slacking) as I felt I already proved I could do it and the first year exams don't go towards your final degree class - so I thought I might as well slack off before I really need to knuckle down and get a good class degree. But now I'm starting to get a little stressed about the exams, and I was wondering if I fail and have to repeat them in August will it effect my chances of getting into medicine? Do universities look at all your exam results when applying for medicine, or are they just interested in your final degree class?

[Andy S]

Broadly speaking they use your final degree class, rather than looking at all the different marks that make up that result.

I imagine you have been through a difficult time with regards your depression, and it shows strength to come back fighting. But do be aware that the Med School occupational health process will consider your recent problems in great depth. Basically, they will want to know that you can cope with the pressures of being a medical student. Your word that you can cope may not be sufficient, they are likely to require evidence. Completing your degree in fine style, and getting involved healthcare experience since the difficulties would help a lot.

Good luck. I hope things work out for you.

Andy

[rgaj]

they just look at final degree classification/prediction, you don't have to put down any results from any years.

gd luck