UK Medical School Open Days 2025.

UK Medical School Open Days 2025.

14th April 2025

If you’re considering a career in medicine, attending a medical school open day is a must. These events give you the opportunity to explore campuses, learn about different courses, meet faculty and current students, and decide where you can see yourself spending the next five or six years of your life. With competition for places being so fierce, a well-informed choice is essential, and an open day is the perfect chance to make that decision.

Why Attend a Medical School Open Day?

Open days are more than just a tour. They offer a deep dive into what life as a medical student would be like at each institution. Here’s what you gain:

• Course Insight: Learn about course structure (traditional, integrated, problem-based learning) and how clinical placements are scheduled.
• Campus Experience: Tour labs, libraries, lecture halls, and clinical facilities.
• Meet the People: Chat with professors, admissions officers, and current students to get real, unfiltered perspectives.
• City Vibes: Explore the city or town where you’ll potentially live, especially if relocating far from home.
• Application Tips: Get advice directly from the people who’ll be reading your application.

What to Expect on the Day

Most medical school open days have a full itinerary. Expect:

• Welcome Talks: General introduction and overview of the university.
• Admissions Sessions: Insight into how they assess applications, personal statements, and interviews.
• Campus and Accommodation Tours: A guided walk through where you’ll study and live.
• Sample Lectures or Workshops: Experience the teaching style first-hand.
• Student Q&A Panels: Ask current students what it’s really like.

Essential Questions to Ask

Come prepared with a list of questions to help you compare schools:

• How early does clinical exposure begin?
• What type of support services are available (mental health, financial, academic)?
• What is the typical weekly schedule for a first-year student?
• How competitive is entry, and what’s the interview format?
• Are there opportunities for research, electives, or study abroad?

How to Prepare for an Open Day

Open days are busy and information-rich. Maximise your experience by:

• Booking Early: Many events have limited capacity.
• Doing Your Homework: Read the prospectus and course details in advance.
• Making a List: Prepare questions and rank what matters most to you.
• Being Presentable: Dress smart-casual; first impressions matter.
• Planning Travel: Book trains, buses, or hotels ahead of time. Some universities offer help for those travelling long distances.

Virtual Open Days – Are They Worth It?

Absolutely. If travel is tough or you’re exploring many options, virtual open days are a convenient way to:

• Watch live or recorded talks.
• Take virtual campus tours.
• Join chatrooms with current students.
• Access downloadable materials and video walkthroughs.

However, nothing beats physically experiencing the environment. Try to attend at least one open day in person if possible.

2025 UK Medical School Open Days Calendar

Here’s a list of confirmed open day dates as of April 2025. Always check the university’s official site for the most up-to-date information and to register.

Medical School	Open Day Dates (2025)	Open Day Information Link
University of Aberdeen	– Saturday 7 June 2025 – Thursday 26 August 2025 – Sunday 4 October 2025	Aberdeen Open Days
Anglia Ruskin University	– Saturday 7 June 2025 – Sunday 16 August 2025 (Chelmsford campus)	Anglia Ruskin Open Days
Aston University	– Saturday 4 July 2025 – Sunday 27 September 2025 – Saturday 15 November 2025	Aston Open Days
University of Birmingham	– Friday 27 June 2025 – Saturday 28 June 2025 – Saturday 11 October 2025 – Saturday 15 November 2025	Birmingham Open Days
University of Bristol	– Saturday 22 June 2025 – Thursday 5 September 2025	Bristol Open Days
University of Cambridge	– Wednesday 26 June 2025 – Thursday 27 June 2025 – Saturday 5 October 2025	Cambridge Open Days
Cardiff University	– Saturday 29 June 2025 – Saturday 14 September 2025	Cardiff Open Days
University of Dundee	– Saturday 15 June 2025 – Thursday 17 October 2025	Dundee Open Days
University of Edinburgh	– Saturday 22 June 2025 – Saturday 14 September 2025	Edinburgh Open Days
University of Exeter	– Saturday 14 June 2025 – Saturday 13 September 2025	Exeter Open Days
University of Glasgow	– Saturday 15 June 2025 – Saturday 7 September 2025	Glasgow Open Days
University of Hull	– Saturday 14 June 2025 – Thursday 18 September 2025	Hull Open Days
Imperial College London	– Thursday 12 June 2025 – Friday 13 June 2025	Imperial Open Days
Keele University	– Saturday 22 June 2025 – Saturday 21 September 2025	Keele Open Days
King’s College London	– Saturday 7 June 2025 – Friday 20 June 2025 – Saturday 15 November 2025	King’s Open Days
University of Lancaster	– Saturday 6 July 2025 – Thursday 19 September 2025	Lancaster Open Days
University of Leeds	– Saturday 22 June 2025 – Saturday 14 September 2025	Leeds Open Days
University of Leicester	– Saturday 7 June 2025 – Saturday 6 September 2025	Leicester Open Days
University of Lincoln	– Wednesday 21 May 2025	Lincoln Open Days
University of Liverpool	– Saturday 15 June 2025 – Thursday 26 September 2025	Liverpool Open Days
University of Manchester	– Saturday 22 June 2025 – Saturday 13 September 2025	Manchester Open Days
University of Newcastle	– Saturday 15 June 2025 – Saturday 28 September 2025	Newcastle Open Days
University of Nottingham	– Saturday 22 June 2025 – Saturday 14 September 2025	Nottingham Open Days
University of Oxford	– Wednesday 2 July 2025 – Thursday 3 July 2025 – Friday 19 September 2025	Oxford Open Days
University of Plymouth	– Saturday 7 June 2025 – Saturday 21 September 2025	Plymouth Open Days
Queen Mary University of London (Barts)	– Saturday 14 June 2025 – Saturday 13 September 2025	Queen Mary Open Days
University of Sheffield	– Saturday 15 June 2025 – Saturday 7 September 2025	Sheffield Open Days
University of Southampton	– Saturday 7 June 2025 – Saturday 14 September 2025	Southampton Open Days
University College London (UCL)	– Friday 27 June 2025 – Saturday 28 June 2025 – Thursday 15 May 2025 (Virtual Medicine Open Day)	UCL Open Days
University of Warwick	– Saturday 14 June 2025 – Saturday 21 June 2025	Warwick Open Days
University of York	– Saturday 15 June 2025 – Saturday 21 September 2025	York Open Days

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