Deferred Entry for Grad Applicants - Is it possible?

[Weenie82]

Hi there,

Are there any grad med students or 'would be grad medics' out there who can give me any info regarding graduate applicants applying for deferred entry? I am currently working as a Research Physiotherapist whilst also studying for my PhD. Having been unsuccessful in obtaining a place at Medical School 3 years ago, I am trying again this September (applying 2008 for 2009 entry), with a few more qualifications under my belt and credentials to my name. However, there have been discussions within my work place regarding me going out to New Zealand to work on sabbatical with a Falls Research Team. I am very interested in taking up this offer as I feel it is an opportunity I can't turn down, however my ultimate goal is medical school without a shadow of a doubt. I am very interested in pursuing a career in Clinical Gerontology, so this experience would be very useful. Can anyone provide me with some information as to whether deferred entry for graduates is possible and has anyone done so and been successful in receiving offers.

Cheers.

[piglet8]

hi weenie
i asked leicester this last year for their 4yr course and they said that they would not consider deferred entry in any circumstances. i dont know about any other unis though.
best of luck
hanna

[pipedreamer]

You'd probably have to contact the individual medical schools directly to be sure.

I think you should seriously consider going on the sabbatical even if they won't. It sounds like it would be a great asset to your CV when applying for medical jobs as well as an interesting experience.

[hyperactive2007]

most unis have their own systems in place for your question (it was something i was considering as well). and do the sabattical as well. :-)