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Student Opportunities


Diagnosing in Darker Skin Tones: National dermatology teaching series
The series aims to: - Improve medical students’ confidence in diagnosing dermatological conditions in darker skin tones. - Provide MLA-focused revision of common dermatology conditions using high-quality clinical images.
Feb 23


British Heart Foundation - 24 February talk
Cardiff University School of Medicine will be hosting Rhodri Thomas, Head of British Heart Foundation Cymru, and Leila Varley, Strategy Manager: Futures & Foresight, for a talk: ‘Strategic Fores The discussion will explore the testing of BHF’s new strategy through scenario planning, the establishment of an organisation-wide horizon scanning programme, and the integration of foresight into broader planning and decision-making processes. The speakers will also outline how these
Feb 23
Future of Surgical Anatomy Conference 2026 - invitation to submit abstracts from King's College London Anatomy Society
This year explores the theme: “The Hidden Depths of Surgery.” We are now accepting abstracts across all surgical specialties. Submissions should be no more than 300 words, in Word or PDF format, and structured to include Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion. All abstracts will be assessed anonymously, and the top submissions will be selected for oral or poster presentations at the conference. Outstanding entries will also be recognised with prizes. The submission d
Feb 23
New opportunity: Paid Summer Internships and Spring & Summer Insight weeks with National Grid
Generating Genius is a UK-registered STEM talent development charity, and we are working alongside National Grid to run our Pathways to Progress programme. We have a new support programme for students graduating in 2028. Students can apply for the programme via this form . Paid summer internships and spring and summer insight weeks in Engineering, Technology and Finance for 2028 graduates The programme offers three fantastic opportunities for career success: Spring Insight
Feb 8
Student invite to the takeAIM conference 2026
We are excited to invite you to the 2026 takeAIM Conference, taking place on June 15th at the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (RCPE). This event is open to anyone interested in acute medicine, including medical students and resident doctors. It’s a fantastic opportunity to explore the specialty, network with Acute Physicians and demonstrate engagement and commitment to specialty. Highlights of the day include: Talks about acute medicine from Acute Medicine Experts An
Feb 8
Dissertation Survey - Alcohol Consumption
Please consider completing this survey about the Students' Union's influence on student alcohol consumption. It takes less than 10 minutes to complete. All responses are completely anonymous and will only be used to support an undergraduate dissertation. Your participation will be greatly appreciated . https://socsi.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6EZHq9uMX0Ga7uC
Feb 5


February 2026 Dermatology National Teaching Series
MS Teams | 7PM–8PM Tuesdays ✔️ 3 rd Feb - Dermatology AKT Style Quiz ✔️ 10 th Feb - Pathway into Dermatology 🎓 FREE resource. The first three teaching sessions are tailored for the AKT learning. All years are welcome. These dermatological conditions are good to know regardless of your level of study! 📜 Attendance certificate provided - great for building ePortfolios! Sign up link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C48ADA62DA7FBC61-61327472-dermatology#/ L
Feb 5


World Congress of Clinical Safety
Those who wish to attend the congress without presentation are warmly welcome. Audience Registration Form https://forms.gle/GXiFRjtBTXPuUVzd9 The period of registration: ・ Those who don't need a Japan visa: till 31 May 2026. ・ Those who Need a Japan visa: till 31 Dec 2025.
Jan 13


January National Dermatology Teaching Series
MS Teams | 7PM–8PM Tuesdays ✔️ 6th Jan - Viral Skin Infections ✔️ 14th Jan - Skin Manifestations of Internal Disease (Wed 7:30PM) ✔️ 20th Jan - Paediatric Dermatology ✔️ 27th Jan - Dermatology Emergencies 🎓 FREE resource. The first three teaching sessions are tailored for the AKT learning. All years are welcome. These dermatological conditions are good to know regardless of your level of study! 📜 Attendance certificate provided - great for building ePortfolios! Si
Jan 13
MIDIS study - Bristol Medical School
Take part in a Bristol Medical School ( Galenicals) study! £30 vouchers available upon completion. The research hopes to allow an understanding into the current barriers and incentives to medical and dental intercalation acorss the UK, and help inform future policy regarding intercalation. Consent form & eligibility questionnaire - https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fchdredcaplive.bris.ac.uk%2Fredcap%2Fsurveys%2F%3Fs%3DJYWPL8NTNDXETT8F&data=05%
Dec 14, 2025
Free Final Year Medicine Revision Series — Finals Blitz 2026
A message from Dr Ishaq Sardar (an alumnus of Barts and The London.) - At Barts, we have always had a long-standing tradition of mostly consultant led revision lectures for final-year students. This is a tradition my colleague Dr Rakin Choudhury and I have continued in the form of the latest iteration, Finals Blitz, now entering our fourth year. Following fantastic feedback and the move to virtual delivery, for the first time, we are expanding Finals Blitz to all UK medical s
Dec 8, 2025


National Student Psychiatry Conference 2026
We are hosting the National Student Psychiatry Conference on the 24th-25th of January 2026. This will be a great opportunity for students to network and learn about upcoming topics in psychiatry. This is being hosted at the University of Kent in Canterbury and more information can be found on the poster attached and on our Instagram. We would really appreciate it if you could share this poster with the members of your society. The link to the ticket page is https://www.ticket
Dec 8, 2025


Festive Public Genomics Café (Hybrid Event) - 11th December 2025
We are pleased to announce our next hybrid Genomics Café, and this time we are getting festive! Join us either in person at the Wales Genomic Health Centre (CIGC) in Cardiff, or via Microsoft Teams, for a session of engaging talks, as well as some fun genomics activities and a festive genomics quiz. There are limited in-person spaces available for this hybrid event, so make sure you book early. If you are unable to join us in person, never fear we have virtually unlimited s
Dec 1, 2025


Science in Health Public Lecture Series 2025/26 for Aspiring Medics
These lectures are specifically aimed at a non-academic audience and attract a public audience including many young people studying A-Levels and Further Education courses. The lectures are held online via Teams webinar, on a Thursday evening and provide opportunities to ask questions of our guest speakers. Our first lecture of the series, titled ‘A Microbial Horror Show – Devastating outbreaks of disease that shaped how we fight infections’ is being delivered by Professor M
Dec 1, 2025


Medical Student Essay Prize 2026 (BIASP)
BIASP (British and Irish Association of Stroke Physicians) are launching the Medical Student Essay Prize 2026.
Dec 1, 2025


National Dermatology Teaching Series
Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C48ADA62DA7FBC61-59832247-dermatology
Dec 1, 2025
Article editor opportunity at TeachMePhysiology
Calling all medical students at Cardiff University Medical School! TeachMePhysiology is recruiting editors and writers to refine our revision materials designed to help your fellow students. If it appeals to you, in this unpaid role you will also have the opportunity to learn how to use various software to create bespoke 3D models and diagrams alongside editing articles. This is a great opportunity to get experience in writing medical educational content and we will pro
Dec 1, 2025
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