Insight to Healthcare Programme
Join us for an exciting free one-day event designed specifically for Year 12 and 13 students (first year gap year students, with a previous school ID, can also attend) who are interested in pursuing a career in Medicine or Dentistry or other healthcare degrees at university/higher education.
Whether you're curious about healthcare degrees, eager to learn about the application process, or interested in learning essential clinical skills used in clinical practice, this event has something for you!
Hosted at the prestigious King's College London Guy's Campus in London Bridge, this action-packed event offers a range of engaging activities and informative sessions. Gain insights into choosing the right medical schools, using UCAS, insight into interviews and receive a comprehensive talk on Leadership and Volunteering opportunities.
Date: Saturday 25th October 2025
Location: Hodgkin’s Building King’s College London. Guy’s Campus, SE1 1UL (nearest train station is: London Bridge Station).
This is a widening participation event. To register, you must be enrolled in a non-selective state school. If you satisfy an alternative WP eligibility criterion, please contact us at info@empathos.co.uk
Here's a sneak peek at the event itinerary (subject to change): You must aim to attend at 10:30am so you can get registered and seated at the event!
10:30: Registrations
11:00: Introduction
11:15 Medical School Application Overview
11:45: Interviews!
12:15: Lunch
12:45: Doctor's Consultation (History Taking)
13:20: Clinical Skills Circuits (OSCE's)
14:20: Break
14:30: Research/Critical Analysis/How to reflect
14:50: Leadership and Volunteering
15:30: Q&A and life as a medical student
16:00: Closing Remarks
Please remember to bring your own packed lunch, as it's not provided (please try to avoid bringing allergens such as nuts). If you have any allergies or dietary requirements, kindly inform us in advance so that we can make suitable arrangements. Please also bring any relevant medications with you (e.g. inhalers, epipen). Please wear smart casual attire, where possible.
This event is made possible through the Empathos Foundation charity in collaboration with KCL student societies. We're excited to offer this unique opportunity to support aspiring healthcare professionals like you, this event will be held at an accessible venue and is open to all aspiring students!
To ensure a smooth and organised event, we kindly request all participants to arrive promptly by 10:45 am latest. However, we understand that some individuals may prefer to arrive earlier to settle in and prepare for the day. Therefore, you are welcome to arrive from 10:30 am. Please note that latecomers may not be permitted entry, as this will be at the discretion of the event leads. We encourage you to plan your journey accordingly and allow sufficient time for any unexpected delays. Being punctual will help us maintain the schedule and ensure that you don't miss out on any valuable information or activities.
A certificate of attendance will be provided to all attendees, should you request one.
If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to contact us via email at info@empathos.co.uk. We look forward to seeing you there! Please email us, if you are also no longer able to attend.
Important: Sign-ups will close on Friday 24th October at 12:00, or after all spaces are taken. After signing-up, please check your emails (& junk mail) for your order confirmation. You must have and bring a school ID.
Please note that while we strive to ensure a safe and enjoyable event, we are not responsible for any loss, damage, or injury that may occur during the course of the activities. Participants are advised to take necessary precautions and act responsibly throughout the event. All volunteers will have the necessary safeguarding training prior to attending.
If tickets have sold out, please follow our social media, as we will be posting updates on when more slots become available. If you sign up and can no longer attend, you must email us at info@empathos.co.uk, as non-attendance means that all your future tickets will be cancelled. This is a widening participation event. To register, you must be enrolled in a non-selective state school. If you satisfy an alternative WP eligibility criterion, please contact us at info@empathos.co.uk.
Data Privacy: Your data will be processed in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation 2016 (GDPR). Anonymised results may be utilised for research purposes to enhance medical education (e.g., publications and poster presentations). Media may be taken during the session for social media; by completing the form, you agree with this.
Contact: For any inquiries, please email us at info@empathos.co.uk, additionally please email us if you are no longer able to attend, as non-attendance would mean you are unable to sign up for future events.
Additional Terms and Conditions:
Parental/legal guardian Permission: By signing up for this event, you are confirming that you are either the parent/legal guardian or have the permission and consent of a parent/legal guardian to attend the event.
Event Registration and Communication: By signing up for this event, you agree to receive marketing emails related to the event and future activities organised by us. If you do not wish to receive these communications, you may opt out at any time by letting us know.
Photography and Media Consent: By attending this event, you consent to being photographed and/or filmed, with these images potentially being used for promotional and social media purposes. If you do not wish to appear in any photographs or media content, you must notify us via email info@empathos.co.uk before the event.
Non-Attendance: If you are no longer able to attend the event, please notify us as soon as possible via email at info@empathos.co.uk so that we can make the necessary arrangements. Please also try to attend the event on-time.
Code of Conduct/Behaviour All attendees are expected to behave professionally and respectfully throughout the event. We reserve the right to ask any participant to leave the event if they are acting inappropriately, at our discretion. We will have a briefing at the start of the event and the start of each activity.
Commitment to Attendance By signing up, you agree to attend the full programme of the event. We kindly request that you arrive on time and remain present for the duration of the event to ensure a productive experience for yourself and other participants.
By registering for this event, you agree to these terms and conditions. If you have any queries, please email us at info@empathos.co.uk, before completing the form. This is a widening participation event. To register, you must be enrolled in a non-selective state school. If you satisfy an alternative WP eligibility criterion, please contact us at info@empathos.co.uk .
Images from our pathway programme event from previous years!
