Mature medicine 2016

DaveR_93 · 07-05-2016 7:06pm

Hey folks,
I'm currently doing 1st year undergrad physio having repeated the LC twice and sitting the HPAT four (yeah, four...) times. Non-Mature applicants don't get results until post LC, so I'm wondering if anyone would mind giving me an indication as to what raw scores received what percentiles, if it's not too nosy to ask, so I can see what my scores from previous years would get. Getting a bit nervous and impatient at this stage!

Thanks

BeansandToast · 11-05-2016 2:01pm

Anyone any update? Nerves on edge here

mostlycircles · 11-05-2016 7:53pm

Anyone hear anything from RCSI yet? They mention in the email asking for supporting documents that the outcome of shortlisting for interviews will be advised by 12th of May... They must have meant ON the 12th of May! Haha

Enda62 · 12-05-2016 8:41am

Hi mostly

Haven't heard from RCSI yet but yep I think your right!
I'll be keeping a close eye on e mail today. I'll post as soon as I here anything.
Best of luck to everyone

NASHSE1 · 12-05-2016 12:21pm

Im going bananas since 8am . Heart skipping a beat everytime i login to email ha. Please jesus im shortlisted . Best of luck everyone.

BeansandToast · 12-05-2016 12:47pm

Guys, I'm 99% sure RCSI won't be sending out results until the 13th. Shortlisting commences until the 12th, and the relevant persons contacted on the 13th of May.

Friday the 13th for results. Bricking it. Too afraid to check my TCD portal as well haha

Enda62 · 12-05-2016 12:56pm

Hi beans,

Just check the e-mail they sent out as not sure if that's correct?

'Mature applicants who submit their applications online directly to RCSI will be notified of the shortlisting outcome by 12th of May 2016' ......

I'm hoping that means we should receive mail today. ( Hopefully yes, does anyone have any other info??)

Fingers crossed!!

BeansandToast · 12-05-2016 1:29pm

Hi Enda,

Looks like I was 99% wrong. Just checked the email there. Let the anxiety begin so. Apologies for the wrong info

I'll give them a call if we haven't received anything by 2.

Just to confirm, no one has gotten a successful/ unsuccessful notification from trinity have they?

Also what is the story with NUIG, does anyone know? I was onto them last week, said the interview is the 17th of May. Unless everyone on boards got rejected from NUIG I suspect we should have heard something

Enda62 · 12-05-2016 1:48pm

Hi beans,

No problem,just thought I might have missed something. Yep I think the anxiety levels are high today. I know mine is!
If you could ring that would be great, I'm sure there is loads of us that would like to know what's happening.

I haven't heard anything back from TCD yet. But either way I'll post as soon as I have further info.

With regards to NUIG, I didn't get called. I'm assuming that means I won't be at this stage if the interview is on the 17th.....

UCC still no word also.

It's just a waiting game now.

BeansandToast · 12-05-2016 1:58pm

Hi guys,

Just off the phone with RCSI. People who have been shortlisted will receive an email this afternoon. We'll know by 16.00 at the latest.

Best of luck

Enda62 · 12-05-2016 2:00pm

Beans,

You little star!!!

Good luck everyone.

ahorseortwo · 12-05-2016 2:01pm

Just got an email here , unsuccessful but was expecting it so not disappointed in the slightest.

Good luck to all those with RCSI atop their list.

Enda62 · 12-05-2016 2:04pm

Got the e mail. I'm on Tuesday!

BeansandToast · 12-05-2016 2:09pm

Enda62 wrote: »

Got the e mail. I'm on Tuesday!

I'm Wednesday it seems.

Rang trinity, the lady at the admissions didn't seem to know

NASHSE1 · 12-05-2016 5:53pm

Got knocked out but wasnt to hopeful . Anyway ive did loads of aptitude tests for many emergency services ans still doing them so trying my best with all sectors of emergency . Sincerest best of luck to those heading in on tuesday or wednesday remember that youve done well to get this far so pat yourself on the back.

Say hello to my little friend · 15-05-2016 1:39pm

Hi Folks,
Just wondering what mature points relate to percentiles in HPAT 2016. Could I ask people to publish their results here. Repeated the HPAT here and wondering will points go up or down this year.

BeansandToast · 16-05-2016 11:32am

Trinity interview results out. I haven't checked mine as I'm in work. I'll check mine after.

mostlycircles · 17-05-2016 11:01am

Hi all! I hope everyone has heard back from some university or another by now

I had completely given up hope by now and actually started applying for other courses and then BOOM- just got an email from cork with an interview offer! Can you believe it? There's hope yet! I hope those of you who were feeling just as discouraged also get the good news today!

BeansandToast · 17-05-2016 12:00pm

mostlycircles wrote: »

Hi all! I hope everyone has heard back from some university or another by now I had completely given up hope by now and actually started applying for other courses and then BOOM- just got an email from cork with an interview offer! Can you believe it? There's hope yet! I hope those of you who were feeling just as discouraged also get the good news today!

Fantastic to hear circles! I got the offer from trinity there yesterday, so that's my run finally over. Took a good while but it's all good now. Best of luck with it!

ahhno · 17-05-2016 9:48pm

Hey. First post! Wish I had seen this sooner as I've been stressing so much over the last few weeks waiting! Had my interview with RCSI today but by the looks of it I won't be hearing from any other colleges. Anyone else have theirs today? How did you feel about it after?

BeansandToast · 18-05-2016 12:24am

Hi ahhno,

Didn't sit RCSI, but a friend of mine did. He said there was a no show for the guy before him, so you can already increase your odds a little bit!

He said it went well, he was a bit nervous, but they got off to a good start. They talked about his thesis, why RCSI, why now, etc. The usuals.

Best of luck with it, from what I'm aware UCD haven't gotten on to anyone, and I don't think anyone in this thread has heard anything off NUIG, despite my previous comments (if you read them).

Best of luck with it!

ahhno · 18-05-2016 6:48am

BeansandToast wrote: »

Hi ahhno,

Didn't sit RCSI, but a friend of mine did. He said there was a no show for the guy before him, so you can already increase your odds a little bit!

He said it went well, he was a bit nervous, but they got off to a good start. They talked about his thesis, why RCSI, why now, etc. The usuals.

Best of luck with it, from what I'm aware UCD haven't gotten on to anyone, and I don't think anyone in this thread has heard anything off NUIG, despite my previous comments (if you read them).

Best of luck with it!

Yeah I saw that but considering my awful HPAT score compared to 17 year old me's score I don't think I'll be considered by NUIG! Thanks for the info! I guess its just more of the waiting game now!!

kazbaz · 18-05-2016 4:05pm

Hi all! Congrats to everyone who got an offer to study med this year. I am hoping to apply for next year and would love to go back to Trinity as I already have a degree from there and loved it there. Out of all the med courses, I also like the structure of the TCD course best.

Could anyone who got an offer for Trinity give me advice regarding the personal statement? Also, what type of questions are asked at the interview?

Any advice that anyone could offer me would be much appreciated

Ciara33 · 20-05-2016 2:46pm

Hi all, this is my first post - many thanks to Enda62 for setting this up!

I am a very mature (40's) medicine hopeful. This year was my first time to apply, unsuccessful but by God have I learnt a lot in the process!

Hpat result wasn't great at 150 and not hopeful I can improve on that too much in 2017 so RCSI is probably my most realistic option. Going to re sit LC Chemistry in 2017 so that I can meet requirements for the 5 year degree,, as with my age I really can't afford to be losing time!

I already have LC Higher Biology but my question is this: should I retake it also as I only have a C in it? Or does in matter??? Also, given that my LC results won't be out till Aug is that too late for them eg RCSI to take into consideration?

Head melted so any advice you guys could give me would be gratefully received!

kazbaz · 20-05-2016 6:25pm

Ciara33 wrote: »

Hi all, this is my first post - many thanks to Enda62 for setting this up!

I am a very mature (40's) medicine hopeful. This year was my first time to apply, unsuccessful but by God have I learnt a lot in the process!

Hpat result wasn't great at 150 and not hopeful I can improve on that too much in 2017 so RCSI is probably my most realistic option. Going to re sit LC Chemistry in 2017 so that I can meet requirements for the 5 year degree,, as with my age I really can't afford to be losing time!

I already have LC Higher Biology but my question is this: should I retake it also as I only have a C in it? Or does in matter??? Also, given that my LC results won't be out till Aug is that too late for them eg RCSI to take into consideration?

Head melted so any advice you guys could give me would be gratefully received!

Hi Ciara33!

Could I ask what you learned thorougout the process of applying this year? I didn't apply because I knew I had no chance of getting it this year but am going to be applying for 2017.

Ciara33 · 21-05-2016 5:06pm

Hi Kazbaz!

Things I learned, which I imagine are fairly common to most people in this boat:

- start Hpat preparation early e.g. from Sept at the very least. I crammed this into 3 weeks in Feb, not a good plan!
- don't underestimate how long it takes to get all your docs together and to a satisfactory standard eg references, CV etc - you may need lots of time to review and tweak
- its never too early to start your Personal Statement, don't wait to start it until you are asked for it!
- I realised I don't have enough volunteer work under my belt - I have some, but not medically or patient care related, so am going to ensure I put some time into rectifying that

hope that helps you a bit!

kazbaz · 24-05-2016 8:19am

Thanks a million Ciara33!!

If anyone else has any advice, it would be much appreciated!!

Enda62 · 24-05-2016 2:38pm

Hi folks,

Sorry, It's been awhile..... Few days in the sun!!

Ciara33, thanks for the mention! ( I started the post the evening after I sat the HPAT😁) more so just to link in with others and share experience.

Here's what I've learned so far from the experience. ( I'm a 1st time applicant)

A few tips/my experience going through the process this year:
-Start collecting the relevant documents that will be required for your application early. ( is in during the summer!!) It takes the pressure off when it comes to focusing on the actual HPAT.
- Invest in the past HPAT papers from acer. Practice under exam conditions at 1st. This will show your strong section and the section where you may need to focus on. Plan to increase your weakest section 1st.
- Read problem/quiz books. Not necessarily HPAT specific but this will start to get you in that mind set.
- I didn't invest in any course as felt it's a bit of a money racket. But have heard of others that found them helpful. I managed to get a steady improvement myself by just repeat practice over time.
- Go to the mature entry open days. Some very useful advise and info, also give some good advice on how to prepare your statement and what they are looking for in an application!
- start thinking of your financial plan (always a sensitive subject but it is something to consider and plan for early)
- trust yourself....... May people in your life will tell you your crazy to do this "at this age"

Good luck, PM me if you want to ask anything else

Enda62 · 25-05-2016 7:29pm

Check e-mail...... RCSI offers are out!!

Enda62 · 27-05-2016 11:21am

Accepted an offer from RCSI yesterday.
Long road to get here. But worth it in the end.
Hope to see some of you soon!

Benjamin011 · 29-05-2016 10:10pm

Hi everybody,

I've been roaming through boards in search of an up to date thread regarding loans available for mature entry tuition. It seems that they are hard to come by based on posts from approx 4-6 years ago. However, I'm wondering if the current economic climate has influenced the banks willingness to provide/have any of the universities established a structured loan package for mature entrants similar to those available for GEMs?

Thanks!

Ben

nairy hipples · 31-05-2016 10:27am

HI All,

Only finding this thread now!
Congrats to everyone who got offered a place. Have accepted my place to study at RCSI (cancelled my interview for Cork today).
Anybody else going to RCSI? Us matures need to stick together to bully those chung wans...

Hey Lee! · 01-06-2016 11:54am

Hi guys! Just wondering if anyone had their interview in UCC yesterday? Any idea when we will hear back? Thanks a million!

Alreadyinuse · 01-06-2016 1:57pm

Hi guys!

First time posting but I've only just found this thread so been creeping back through all the info!

Congrats to all those of you who have been offered places and best of luck with the courses!

Can I ask anyone who was interviewed at RCSI - were you asked about any of your other CAO choices at all after the 2 interviews??

Also good luck to those of you still waiting to hear from cork didn't realise they're interviews were yest

studentforever · 02-06-2016 1:08pm

Hi everyone. I've been lurking for awhile and meant to post so many times and just got really busy. So after interviews with NUIG, RCSI and UCD I am FINALLY going in to medicine! So unbelievably excited but absolutely terrified at the prospect of it.

Looking forward to meeting some of you RCSI people in a few months!

And for those unsuccessful this year, DO NOT GIVE UP! I have interviewed at every medical school over the past 3 years so get feedback, fill in the gaps and apply again if you're hell bent on medicine.

mostlycircles · 02-06-2016 8:11pm

Hey Lee! wrote: »

Hi guys! Just wondering if anyone had their interview in UCC yesterday? Any idea when we will hear back. Thanks a million!

Hey, Hey!

I had my interview on Tuesday and don't know when we'll hear back as I didn't ask but, there was a girl there who did it last year and she said it was on a Tuesday too and successful candidates were informed by that Friday unsuccessful ones just don't hear anything (how rude! Haha) so IF it's the same this year, then fingers crossed for you and I tomorrow!!

mostlycircles · 05-06-2016 7:11pm

Anyone hear from UCC yet...? Hope is starting to dwindle a bit here.. :-/

kazbaz · 08-06-2016 12:15pm

Quick question for everyone... Does anyone get in on their first attempt? (I'm being very optimistic by the sounds of it)

Alreadyinuse · 08-06-2016 1:24pm

kazbaz wrote: »

Quick question for everyone... Does anyone get in on their first attempt? (I'm being very optimistic by the sounds of it)

I've known people who have but you really need to have all your ducks in a row by the sounds of it! - ideally have a scientific/healthcare related degree, work exp, and nail the interview!? It seems most people on here anyway get in on the second or so attempt.

People do get in on a first attempt though

dark-ashes · 15-06-2016 9:25pm

Can anyone tell me what they got on ACER practice hpat and then in hpat? Is it realistic score in practice?

Just did the first practice one there and got 197.

chris241111 · 15-06-2016 10:24pm

dark-ashes wrote: »

Can anyone tell me what they got on ACER practice hpat and then in hpat? Is it realistic score in practice?

Just did the first practice one there and got 197.

I know you don't want to hear but, no .....was getting 250 in them (did it under time condition in school) ended up with 140

, but they are good practice.

SidewaysSlider · 21-06-2016 7:17pm

Hi everyone!!

Has anyone heard anything from UCC?? They sent out emails yesterday!

mostlycircles · 28-06-2016 9:53pm

SidewaysSlider wrote: »

Hi everyone!!

Has anyone heard anything from UCC?? They sent out emails yesterday!

Hi sideways,

Did you hear back in the end? I got the email that day... Waiting list. To me that's nearly worse than a rejection!

Hey Lee! · 04-07-2016 1:57pm

Hi guys,
Does anyone know when the CAO offers are out? I know it was this time last year..
Thanks!

kazbaz · 13-08-2016 8:53pm

Hi all,

Just wondering if anyone could tell me what questions they ask in the interviews? Particularly interested in trinity and RCSI.

Cheers!

Alreadyinuse · 23-08-2016 1:24pm

Hi all,

Just wondering has anybody been offered places from a waiting list position in any of the colleges over the summer? Was anyone told directly by RCSI after the interviews that they were on a waiting list or was it just a plain rejection with no mention of a waiting list?
Thank you!

BeansandToast · 30-08-2016 3:17pm

Alreadyinuse wrote: »

Hi all,

Just wondering has anybody been offered places from a waiting list position in any of the colleges over the summer? Was anyone told directly by RCSI after the interviews that they were on a waiting list or was it just a plain rejection with no mention of a waiting list?
Thank you!

Hi,

Sorry about the late reply, haven't been on in a while. I have a friend who got put on waiting list after interview with RCSI, then got an offer around mid July, so I would imagine it's all done unfortunately. I'm not too sure if they still take on more people if others drop out at this stage.

nairy hipples · 30-08-2016 7:54pm

Hey,
I know my friend got offered a place on undergrad RCSI after being wait listed. This was a few years ago.
I'd say the wait list offers will be out this week or next. Usually people who do both undergrad and postgrad medicine routes who get offered undergrad accept it but then may not take up their place when they get offered grad Med. That place then goes to the wait listed candidate.
Might be a small sliver of hope left yet!

dazh10 · 21-09-2016 2:37pm

Hi all

I'm hoping someone could help me regarding applying as a mature medicine candidate this year. I am a recent graduate with a 2.2 science degree which rules me out for the grad entry and I will be taking the Hpat this year. As for relative experience I have been working in a pharmacy dispensary for three years now. I've been reading a lot about documentation you need to submit so I'm wondering if anyone could shed some light on what kind of documentation I would need?

Thanks!

Mrs.Doyle28 · 12-11-2016 3:05pm

Hi all,
I was just wondering if any of 2016's mature entry med applicants could throw some light on funding for the 5 year course? If I get in (a very big if!), it will be my second degree. Are mature entry applicants eligible for bank loans that GEM applicants are eligible for? Or anything similar? How is everyone funding medicine as a second degree?

Mature medicine 2016

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