Stanford University
Stanford, CA, United States
QS =2Full need-based aid
Computer Science · Management Science & Engineering · Economics
- Tuition
- Est. above $60,000 per year before aid
- Deadline
- Typically 1 November
What this career is
Physicians assess, diagnose and treat illness, working in hospitals, clinics or research. Training is long and regulated, with specialisation after medical school.
What professionals do
- Examine and diagnose patients
- Plan and deliver treatment
- Work in multidisciplinary teams
- Keep up with medical research
Outlook: Steady global demand; long and demanding training.
Official occupation data
- Family Medicine Physicians$244,180
- General Internal Medicine Physicians$256,560
- Emergency Medicine Physicians$335,550
- Pediatricians, General$210,040
Tasks, skills, US pay and job growth from O*NET and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Key skills
Research methods
analyticalNeeded for academic research, policy analysis and evidence-driven roles in any sector.
Start with
- · Learn qualitative and quantitative designs
- · Replicate a published study with open data
Statistics
analyticalStatistics helps you avoid misleading conclusions and is required for data, economics and research roles.
Start with
- · Cover descriptive statistics, distributions and hypothesis tests
- · Run a simple A/B test analysis
Public speaking
communicationInterviews, pitches, Model UN and leadership roles all reward clear spoken communication.
Start with
- · Join a debate or Model UN club
- · Present a project in under five minutes
Leadership
leadershipScholarships such as Chevening and fellowships explicitly select for demonstrated leadership.
Start with
- · Take on a defined role in a club or project
- · Lead one initiative from idea to result
Education paths
- 1Medical degree (MBBS/MD) — 5–6 years in many countries
- 2Residency or specialty training
- 3Licensing exams set by each country
Universities strong in Medicine & Health
Imperial College London
London, United Kingdom
QS #2Merit scholarships
Computing · Electrical & Electronic Engineering · Mathematics
- Tuition
- Est. £38,000–£50,000 per year for international students
- Deadline
- Typically late January
University College London
London, United Kingdom
QS =2Limited aid
Economics · Architecture (The Bartlett) · Computer Science
- Tuition
- Est. £28,000–£45,000 per year for international students
- Deadline
- Typically late January
Typical entry-level roles
Junior Doctor / InternResidentClinical Research Assistant
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Recommended extracurriculars
- · Hospital volunteering
- · Science olympiads
- · Research projects
Recommended competitions
PrizesIn person
- Location
- Host city in the United States
- Deadline
- Fairs run during the school year; ISEF is usually in May
Recommended internships & programmes
PaidIn person
- Location
- Geneva and regional offices
- Deadline
- Postings open year-round
Scholarships & fellowships
PaidIn person
- Location
- UN duty stations worldwide
- Deadline
- Assignments posted throughout the year