Work Experience
Having work experience is important when applying for a place at Imperial College London
Work experience for potential medical students should give them a realistic understanding of what is involved in a career in medicine and thus be a sound basis to decide whether such a career would suit them. Imperial College is unlikely to offer places to candidates who have not gained such an understanding. Candidates may also be requested to provide written documentation by way of evidence in support of their most recent and/or substantial work experience.
However, we appreciate that it can be very difficult to obtain work experience in hospitals and GP surgeries. If this is your situation, we recommend you look for experience as a care assistant or volunteer in a nursing or residential home or as a volunteer in a hospital. Similarly, although we would like to see a sustained commitment, we understand that this is not always possible. You should expect the interview panel to explore what you have gained from your work experience.
