Source:
St.
George’s
University
Know
your
motivations
and
career
goals
Before
pursuing
a
medical
degree,
it’s
essential
to
be
fully
committed
to
the
journey.
Studying
medicine
requires
years
of
dedication,
discipline,
and
resilience.
Take
time
to
reflect
on
your
motivations
–
why
you
want
to
become
a
doctor
and
align
them
with
your
long-term
career
goals.
Consider where you envision practicing medicine after graduation and what kind of impact you hope to make. Being clear about your desired specialty, location, and goals will guide your decision-making and help you stay focused throughout your studies.
Strengthen
Your
Academic
Foundation
Success
in
medical
school
starts
with
a
solid
grasp
of
core
subjects
–
biology,
chemistry,
and
physics.
Understanding
the
relevance
of
these
subjects
will
not
only
help
you
meet
entry
requirements
but
also
prepare
you
for
the
rigorous
curriculum
ahead.
Maintaining a strong Grade Point Average (GPA) is crucial. Your GPA reflects your academic consistency and can significantly influence your eligibility for medical school. While GPA is important, many institutions also consider other factors such as letters of recommendation, teacher references, and extracurricular involvement.
Sharpen
Your
English
Skills
In
Canada,
the
US,
the
UK,
New
Zealand,
and
Australia,
medical
graduates
looking
for
placements
must
be
able
to
speak
and
write
English
proficiently
.
One option is to complete the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), which assesses your English proficiency through hearing, reading, writing, and speaking. Additionally, thousands of educational institutions across the globe recognize the results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
A good grasp of medical vocabulary will also ensure seamless communication among physicians and all healthcare professionals from different universities, hospitals, and other medical institutions.
Understand
Licensing
and
Residency
Pathways
Each
country
has
its
own
licensing
requirements
for
medical
practice,
often
involving
country-specific
exams.
For
example,
if
you
plan
to
practice
in
the
United
States,
you’ll
need
to
pass
the
USMLE
–
a
three-step
exam
that
tests
your
medical
knowledge,
clinical
reasoning,
and
patient-focused
skills.
Research these pathways early to ensure your chosen medical school aligns with your long-term career and licensing goals.
Prepare
Mentally
and
Financially
Studying
medicine
abroad
is
both
exciting
and
challenging.
Be
ready
to
adapt
to
a
new
environment,
balance
academics
with
self-care,
and
manage
your
wellbeing.
You should be financially prepared for your time abroad and explore any scholarship opportunities and student loan options for which you might be eligible to help cover the costs of your studies. SGU offers financial aid options for international students, including the Difference-Maker Scholarships, Connections and Community Scholarships, and Academic Merit Scholarships, each tailored to meet different needs and criteria. Eligible students may qualify for one or multiple awards. The university is dedicated to empowering its student body by honoring academic merit and student success, contributing to a diverse medical community.
A medical career is a long-term commitment – planning ahead academically, financially, and emotionally will set you up for success. For more information on the programs and tracks available through SGU School of Medicine, visit SGU’s website.
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