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Young Doctors Program - Headington School, Oxford

About the provider: "Supreme" - Have welcomed 15800 students from 152 countries, ranked #1 in British Council inspections for 5 years in a row 2018-2023

age icon 13-16 years old

time icon 4 weeks

book icon Weekly hours: 15


Aspiring healthcare professionals can take their first steps towards a rewarding career with Headington Oxford's Future Doctors program.

  • Tailored for 13 to 16-year-olds, this comprehensive program lays the groundwork for becoming a doctor, dentist, sports scientist, or other healthcare specialist.
  • It covers essential theoretical knowledge and practical skills, from understanding pathologies and their treatments to applying medicine in emergencies and grappling with ethical patient care.
  • The program also delves into the academic pathway for studying Medicine at the university level.
  • Moreover, participants will gain hands-on experience by completing a full First Aid training course, making this program an invaluable launchpad for any future healthcare career.


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Location

  • Headington situated in a scenic suburb, covers 23 acres, just a 30-minute walk from Oxford center.

  • Accessible to Oxford's historic attractions.

  • Features a sports hall, theatre, and new art studios.

  • Facilities support a diverse set of skills and interests.

  • Opportunities to engage in performing arts or utilize sports facilities.

What's Included

  • 15 hours of English language tuition per week

  • Small class sizes with a maximum of 15 students

  • Traditional English language classes and/or combined English Through Academic Subjects courses available

  • 3 exciting excursions to top UK destinations included

  • Accommodation in separate boarding houses for boys and girls, with a mixture of single, twin rooms, and some dormitories for 3-5 students

  • Airport transfers available at supplementary cost

Activities

  • Focus on physical and mental well-being through games and sports.
  • Activities to explore extracurricular passions and interests.
  • Whole school events including tournaments, quizzes, zorbing, and discos.
  • Emphasis on developing teamwork and communication skills while having fun.
  • Opportunities for socializing across different subject and language groups.
  • Builds a sense of community within the school.

Accommodations

  • Purpose-built boarding houses for students, separated by gender.

  • Well-maintained single, twin, and small-dorm rooms with shared bathrooms.

  • Common rooms for socializing and forging lasting friendships.

  • Experienced House Parents and residential staff to support student bonding.

  • Dining Hall is spacious with outdoor seating available.

  • Diverse menu prepared by school caterers.

  • Daily continental breakfast with full English option three times a week.

  • Two hot meal choices for lunch and dinner, including a vegetarian option.

  • Salad bar, fresh bread, fruit, and desserts available.

  • Evening drinks and biscuits.

  • Packed lunches provided for excursions.

Excursions

  • Three excursions to famous UK cities and tourist destinations during a two-week course.
  • Visits to top UK attractions and landmarks.
  • Staff team accompanies students, providing a full day's itinerary.
  • Guaranteed visit to London, with additional trips to cities like Bath and Bristol.
  • Opportunities for independent exploration in small groups, with parental consent.

Transportation

  • Supreme Program provides Airport Transfer Service to/from Headington Oxford.

  • Service available for Heathrow Airport flights.

  • Operates on scheduled arrival and departure days.

  • Covers flights between 09.00 and 17.00.

  • Transfer fees: £120 per journey.

  • Transport options: Staffed Private Coach, Minibus, Taxi, based on student numbers and flight timings.

  • Staff in yellow t-shirts greet students at arrival.

  • Students escorted to coaches/taxis for direct transport to the school.

  • For special circumstances or other airports, coordinate with our advisor before booking.

  • Flights should align with course arrival and departure dates for timely student transitions.

Lesson Plan

Your Learning Journey:

  • Integration of medical knowledge with skills like independent learning, critical thinking, and academic writing.
  • Comprehensive First Aid training.
  • Overview of medical studies including anatomy, physiology, pathology, and histology.
  • Exploration of the philosophical and ethical aspects of medicine.
  • Guidance on applying to medical school.

Benefits of This Course:

  • Ideal for aspiring doctors to learn theory and develop practical skills.
  • Broaden knowledge in human biology.
  • Analyze and discuss contemporary medical issues.
  • Enhance presentation skills for clear argumentation.
  • Develop soft skills for patient care and diagnose patients through research.
  • Acquire practical medical skills with certified First Aid training.

Course Takeaways:

  • A foundational course for those aiming for a healthcare career.
  • Essential medical grounding to shape early healthcare aspirations.
  • Certificate and report upon course completion.
  • Recognised First Aid qualification from a city renowned for Nobel Prize-winning scientists.

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Extras

Transfer fees:

  • £120.00 one-way

Pocket Money Advice:

  • Recommended pocket money: £70 per week.

  • Prefer bank cards over cash for security. Some shops/attractions card-only.

  • If cash, use small notes (£5/£10/£20), avoid £50 notes.

  • Pocket money (cards/cash) stored in school safe.

  • Collect from office at set times before excursions.

Security

  • Student safety and well-being are top priorities.

  • Strict Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy in place for all staff and visitors.

  • Staff extensively trained to ensure a safe, secure, and respectful environment for students.

  • Secure, comfortable boarding houses managed by dedicated residential staff.

  • High-quality pastoral support available 24/7.

  • Off-site 'free time' for students aged 12+ in groups of three or more, with parental consent.

  • Students carry a Gold Card off-site with emergency contact details.

Requirements

  • English level: B1+ (Intermediate and Above)


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