Future Doctor at Headington Oxford

Future Doctors is designed for young people who are curious about medicine and what it means to work in healthcare. Over two weeks you’ll be introduced to core areas of medical study, from anatomy and physiology to pathology and diagnostics. You’ll start to see how different systems of the body connect, and how doctors use their knowledge to recognise and treat illness.

Learning is practical as well as theoretical. You’ll work through case studies, practise clinical skills in simulated settings, and explore how doctors gather patient histories and make decisions under pressure. These activities bring the subject to life and give you a sense of what medical training involves.

The programme also looks at the wider responsibilities of medicine. You’ll discuss ethical dilemmas, learn how research drives progress in healthcare, and reflect on the values that guide patient care. Through debate and group work, you’ll build the ability to think critically about questions that don’t always have a simple answer.

By the end of the course you’ll have strengthened your understanding of medical science and gained a clearer picture of what it takes to become a doctor. Just as importantly, you’ll develop confidence, teamwork and communication skills that will serve you well in any academic or professional path you choose to follow.