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Widening access
to medicine in Scotland

Developing a national Scottish platform with fair access to resources for prospective medical students.

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How can we support you?

Welcome to You Can Be A Doctor, a Scottish charity dedicated to breaking down barriers and empowering individuals from underprivileged backgrounds to pursue a career in medicine. Our mission is to create equal opportunities for all aspiring doctors, regardless of their socioeconomic status.

Students

Discover your path to a medical career with You Can Be A Doctor. We're here to provide guidance and mentorship to help you  achieve your dream of becoming a doctor.

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Educators

Teachers, you can make a difference in shaping future doctors. See our events and resources to identify and nurture aspiring medical professionals in your classrooms.

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Parents/Caregivers

Support your child's dream of becoming a doctor with our resources and guidance. We'll help you understand the steps to success and provide the reassurance you need.

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Volunteers

Join our community of volunteers and use your expertise to help aspiring doctors from disadvantaged backgrounds. Together, we can create a more inclusive medical field.

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To ensure that our resources are directed towards those who need them the most, we will be limiting access to events and resources to only those who fit our eligibility criteria. 

Updates

Application News

6th April 2025

UCAT 2025 Update

From 2025 onwards, the abstract reasoning section will be removed from the UCAT.​ The exam will now consist of only 3 cognitive subtests (Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making and Quantitative Reasoning) alongside the Situational Judgement Test. ​There will be 6 more Decision Making questions, and the total test time will now be 111 minutes compared to 115 previously.

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Make sure your prep reflects these changes:

Sign up to hear about our UCAT workshops for the latest tips! 👩‍⚕️📘

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See the official UCAT website for more information on why these changes have been made.

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#UCAT2025 #AbstractReasoningGone #MedSchoolPrep

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Want to help at our events but never have the time?​

Help promote diversity in medicine by making a donation to You Can Be A Doctor today! Your support is crucial in meeting the challenges of 2025 and ensuring inclusivity in healthcare.

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© You Can Be A Doctor is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation. Charity number SC046620 

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