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Medical School Preparation (Pre-Med) Programme

The Medical School Preparation Programme has been specially assembled to create a ‘one-stop-shop’ which helps students prepare for their medical school application in one place. There are many component parts needed for this type of application, including, academic grades, a shadowing experience, a portfolio, preparation for the multiple mini-interviews, the medical school entrance exam, and IELTS.

Finding the right help in terms of the best courses and expert tutors can be extremely difficult and stressful, and that is why we have put together a team of experts to help you do this effortlessly, leaving you the time and energy to focus on your studies.

When you have assembled the component parts, we will help you package your application and apply to the university which best meets your needs. Our university application service helps you consider your options and also deal with the application paperwork.

Below you will find a detailed breakdown of the many parts of the Medical School Preparation Programme:

Who is this programme for?

Students preparing for their medical school applications. They should consider several essential components, including academic grades, shadowing experience, a well-organized portfolio, preparation for multiple mini-interviews, the medical school entrance exam, and proficiency in the IELTS.

Year 1 of Medical Preparation (Pre-Med) Programme

  1. AS-Levels (Year 1) in Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics
    During your first year, you will complete the AS-Level curriculum in Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics.
  2. Portfolio Building
    Your portfolio is an essential element of your application to study medicine in Thailand. It must demonstrate your ability to engage with research journal articles and produce well-crafted literature reviews. This showcases your commitment to staying informed about the latest developments in your field, both as a student and a future medical practitioner. Dr. Tanat Chinbunchorn will lead a 30-hour programme designed to enhance your skills in reading academic journals, writing literature reviews, and creating a meaningful portfolio entry based on your learnings.
  3. Hospital Shadowing Experience (i)
    This initial 1-week shadowing experience will introduce you to the inner workings of a hospital department. You will complete specific tasks that will allow you to integrate this experience into your portfolio.
  4. Community-Based Project
    You have the option to undertake a community-based project, which can serve as an additional valuable component of your portfolio. Your tutor will provide guidance on selecting a suitable project and crafting a reflective account of your experience.

 

Year 2 of Medical Preparation (Pre-Med) Programme

  1. A-Level (Year 2) in Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics
    In the second year, you will complete your A-Level studies in Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics, culminating in your final exams.

    Hospital Shadowing Experience (ii)
    In this second 1-week shadowing experience, you will have the opportunity to select a specific hospital department based on your area of interest. This experience will allow you to produce a portfolio entry that reflects your chosen specialisation. As with the first shadowing experience, you will be assigned tasks that contribute to creating a robust portfolio to complement your A-Level qualifications.

  2. MMI (Multiple Mini-Interviews) Preparation
    As you progress into the second year, the focus will shift from portfolio building to preparing for the Multiple Mini-Interviews (MMIs). These interviews will assess your ability to navigate ethical dilemmas, discuss the contents of your portfolio, and demonstrate your medical acuity under pressure, such as performing basic sutures or interpreting an EKG. Dr. Tanat Chinbunchorn will provide targeted training in these three areas to ensure you feel confident and prepared for the MMIs.

  3. UCAT (30 hours) & TBAT (40 hours) Exam Preparation
    You will engage in extensive preparation for the UCAT and TBAT exams, working through a variety of past questions to build your confidence. The preparation will also cover fundamental aspects of physics, which are integral to the exams, with guidance from your tutor.

  4. IELTS Preparation (50 hours)
    A comprehensive 50-hour IELTS preparation course will equip you with a range of strategies to maximise your test score. The course will be delivered by an expert tutor who specialises in IELTS and has been trained by an IELTS examiner.

  5. University Counselling
    One of our expert team of university counsellors will help you choose a university course that best meets your needs and make the required university application.

Future Careers

  • Cardiologist
  • General practitioner
  • Endocrinologist
  • Microbiologist
  • Nephrologist
  • Surgeon
  • Obstetrician
  • ENT Specialist
  • Parasitologist
  • Pathologist
  • Dentist
  • Pharmacist
  • Veterinary

This program is open to students with the following educational record or qualifications.

  • Completion of Year 11 of high school or equivalent
  • Mathayom 5
  • IGCSE
  • AS
  • IELTS 5.5 or equivalent or direct admission test
Dr. Tanat Chinbunchorn - Pre-Med International | Medical Preparation - WESTMINSTER

Programme Director

Dr. Tanat Chinbunchorn

Education Background

  • BMedSci (Hons) – Biomedical Sciences with Honours
  • MD – Doctor of Medicine with first-class honors from a joint program between the University of Nottingham, UK, and Srinakharinwirot University, Thailand.
  • MPH – Master of Public Health in Global Health and Population Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
  • MPA – Master of Public Administration in International Development Princeton School of Public and International Affairs

Scholarship

  • Harvard University

    • Rose Service Learning Fellowship
    • Thai Scholars Fellowship
    • Sastry Harvard iLab and Innovation Fund
    • Fogarty Global Health Fellowship

    Princeton University

    • Full Scholarship

Awards

  • A semifinalist in Harvard University’s prestigious Presidents Innovation Challenge, an annual competition that recognises and supports the most innovative ideas from students and alumni.
  • Sastry Innovation Award
  • New Investigator Award 2020
    Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections (CROI), Boston
  • Young Investigator Award 2019
    Asia Pacific AIDS & Co-infections Conference, Hong Kong

Work Experience of Dr. Tanat Chinbunchorn

  • Dr. Tanat Chinbunchorn served as the technical lead and research physician at the Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre and the Institute of HIV Research and Innovation in Bangkok, Thailand. His research primarily focuses on implementation science through key populations-led health services (KPLHS) in HIV treatment and prevention, transgender health, scaling up HIV services, and their regionalization in the Asia-Pacific region.
  • Dr. Chinbunchorn also led the “Princess PrEP” project, Thailand’s first and largest PrEP program delivered by trained KP-lay providers. He also oversees the country’s first same-day initiation of antiretroviral service at the Thai Red Cross Anonymous Clinic and the differentiated service delivery for ART in provinces with a high HIV burden. He provides high-quality technical assistance in facilitating private-public partnership models for HIV services, contributing to Bangkok’s efforts as a fast-track city to end AIDS. He earned his medical degree with first-class honors from a joint program between the University of Nottingham, UK, and Srinakharinwirot University, Thailand.
  • Dr. Chinbunchorn holds a Master’s degree from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health in the Global Health and Population program. He was awarded the prestigious Rose Service Learning Fellowship at Harvard and conducted research on the uptake of PrEP in the U.S. alongside faculty from The Fenway Institute and Harvard Medical School. He was also a semi-finalist at Harvard University’s Presidents Innovation Challenge, an annual competition for students and select alumni pursuing ventures that push boundaries in their fields, and received the Sastry Innovation Award in the process.
  • Dr. Chinbunchorn is currently pursuing graduate studies at the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs, majoring in International Development, on a full scholarship.
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