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London Hospital Work Experience
A structured medical work experience program combining hospital and university exposure, clinical simulations, application preparation, and guided reflection.
Last verified: 6 Oct 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
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London Hospital Work Experience at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Applications open
Eligibility
Interest in studying medicine
Age range / Year group
Ages 14+
Location / Region
London, United Kingdom
Cost
£249; £1,965; £3,535
Duration
1 day; 1 or 2 weeks
Format
In-person
Medicine
Accommodation: Included on residential courses
Meals: Optional breakfast and dinner plan
Certificate / Outcome: Certificate and residential reference
Campus experience: Hospitals and universities
Residential capacity: 60 spaces per start date
London Hospital Work Experience summary
Premed Projects combines hospital and university exposure with simulations in primary care, emergency medicine, anatomy, radiology, ward work, and basic life support.
Residential options add supervised accommodation, arrival pickup, application preparation, a certificate, and a personal reference. One-day specialist courses offer a narrower non-residential experience.
It suits students exploring medicine who want structured practical exposure and material they can reflect on in future applications and interviews.
What is London Hospital Work Experience?
London Hospital Work Experience is a set of structured clinical education courses run by Premed Projects. Students encounter hospital and university settings while exploring medicine through demonstrations, simulations, practical activities, and guided application preparation.
Options range from focused specialist days to residential experiences covering several clinical themes. Depending on the selected course, activities may include patient-history taking, emergency scenarios, anatomy, basic life support, ward rounds, radiology, oncology, and reflection for medical school applications.
Why Succeed highlights London Hospital Work Experience
Students can compare short specialist days with fuller residential experiences under one opportunity.
Published activities include realistic GP, emergency, ward-round, radiology, anatomy, and basic life-support simulations.
Residential students receive supervised central accommodation, arrival pickup, a certificate, and a personal reference.
The program connects practical exposure with personal-statement and medical-interview preparation.
International students can participate, with published guidance on visas, insurance, arrivals, and residential support.
Who is London Hospital Work Experience for?
Best for
Students testing their interest in medicine who value structured clinical simulations, application reflection, and a choice of short or residential formats.
Not ideal if
You need a low-cost or fully online option, or expect independent responsibility for real patients rather than supervised educational activities.
Is London Hospital Work Experience worth it?
It can be worthwhile for a student who wants broad, structured exposure before committing to medicine. The simulations, application teaching, certificate, and residential reference can provide useful experiences to reflect on rather than merely list.
The main limitation is cost, especially for residential options once meals, lunches, local transport, travel, and insurance are considered. Participation also does not replace academic results, sustained volunteering, or thoughtful reflection, so its value depends on how seriously the student engages.
A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.
Cost and what is included
£249; £1,965; £3,535; includes Residential accommodation, Hospital work experience and tuition, Arrival pickup for residential courses, Dedicated staff and residential supervision, Course certificate, Personal reference for residential courses, Medical application and interview seminars on residential courses.
Accommodation
Included on residential courses
Meals
Optional breakfast and dinner plan
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
1 day; 1 or 2 weeks; London, United Kingdom.
What to check before committing
Confirm current dates, payment terms, travel arrangements, cancellation rules and what is included with the provider.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does London Hospital Work Experience need?
Effort level
Moderate to high for residential courses; moderate for one-day courses.
Best started
Begin planning six to twelve weeks before the preferred run, allowing longer for international travel, visas, insurance, and payment arrangements.
Main challenge
Absorbing unfamiliar clinical material while participating confidently in realistic scenarios.
Typical preparation
Compare the available durations and specialist themes before booking.
Check passport, visa, travel-insurance, medical, and dietary arrangements early.
Review basic medical ethics and communication principles without trying to pre-learn every activity.
Keep brief reflections after each session on what you observed, learned, and would explore next.
Useful if
You want experiences to discuss thoughtfully in medical applications and interviews.
What do students do on London Hospital Work Experience?
Activities vary by duration, but the program combines clinical simulations, hospital or university teaching, medical-career exploration, and guided reflection for future applications.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Choose a dated one-day, one-week, or two-week London option.
- 2
Attend a welcome briefing or meet staff at the one-day venue.
- 3
Explore clinical settings and specialties through supervised teaching and simulations.
- 4
Practice activities such as patient histories, emergency response, anatomy, basic life support, ward work, or imaging interpretation.
- 5
Receive feedback and connect the experience to medical school applications and interviews.
- 6
Complete the course and receive the applicable certificate or residential reference.
London Hospital Work Experience dates and deadlines
Date not confirmed
A&E and GP Surgery Work Experience — 1 day
24 October 2026
On Call Doctor For A Day — 1 day
25 October 2026
Surgical Skills Explorer — 1 day
7 November 2026
London Hospital Work Experience — 1 week, February
14-20 February 2027
Ward Round and Radiology Work Experience — 1 day
18 February 2027
London Hospital Work Experience — 2 weeks, July
4-17 July 2027
A&E and GP Surgery Work Experience — 1 day, 8 July
8 July 2027
Ward Round and Radiology Work Experience — 1 day, 9 July
9 July 2027
Inside the Dissection Room — 1 day
10 July 2027
Anatomy Lab Live — 1 day, 13 July
13 July 2027
Surgical Skills Explorer — 1 day, 14 July
14 July 2027
On Call Doctor For A Day — 1 day, 16 July
16 July 2027
London Hospital Work Experience — 1 week, July
18-24 July 2027
Anatomy Lab Live — 1 day, 20 July
20 July 2027
Surgical Skills Explorer — 1 day, 21 July
21 July 2027
Oncology Clinic and Cancer Emergencies — 1 day, 23 July
23 July 2027
London Hospital Work Experience — 2 weeks, July and August
25 July-7 August 2027
A&E and GP Surgery Work Experience — 1 day, 29 July
29 July 2027
Ward Round and Radiology Work Experience — 1 day, 30 July
30 July 2027
Inside the Dissection Room — 1 day, second date
31 July 2027
Anatomy Lab Live — 1 day, 3 August
3 August 2027
Surgical Skills Explorer — 1 day, 4 August
4 August 2027
On Call Doctor For A Day — 1 day, 6 August
6 August 2027
London Hospital Work Experience — 1 week, August
8-14 August 2027
Anatomy Lab Live — 1 day, 10 August
10 August 2027
Surgical Skills Explorer — 1 day, 11 August
11 August 2027
Oncology Clinic and Cancer Emergencies — 1 day, 13 August
13 August 2027
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Applications | Rolling admissions | Local | Date not confirmed | |
A&E and GP Surgery Work Experience — 1 day | 24 October 2026 | Local | Upcoming | |
On Call Doctor For A Day — 1 day | 25 October 2026 | Local | Upcoming | |
Surgical Skills Explorer — 1 day | 7 November 2026 | Local | Upcoming | |
London Hospital Work Experience — 1 week, February | 14-20 February 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Ward Round and Radiology Work Experience — 1 day | 18 February 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
London Hospital Work Experience — 2 weeks, July | 4-17 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
A&E and GP Surgery Work Experience — 1 day, 8 July | 8 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Ward Round and Radiology Work Experience — 1 day, 9 July | 9 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Inside the Dissection Room — 1 day | 10 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Anatomy Lab Live — 1 day, 13 July | 13 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Surgical Skills Explorer — 1 day, 14 July | 14 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
On Call Doctor For A Day — 1 day, 16 July | 16 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
London Hospital Work Experience — 1 week, July | 18-24 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Anatomy Lab Live — 1 day, 20 July | 20 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Surgical Skills Explorer — 1 day, 21 July | 21 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Oncology Clinic and Cancer Emergencies — 1 day, 23 July | 23 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
London Hospital Work Experience — 2 weeks, July and August | 25 July-7 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
A&E and GP Surgery Work Experience — 1 day, 29 July | 29 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Ward Round and Radiology Work Experience — 1 day, 30 July | 30 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Inside the Dissection Room — 1 day, second date | 31 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Anatomy Lab Live — 1 day, 3 August | 3 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Surgical Skills Explorer — 1 day, 4 August | 4 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
On Call Doctor For A Day — 1 day, 6 August | 6 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
London Hospital Work Experience — 1 week, August | 8-14 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Anatomy Lab Live — 1 day, 10 August | 10 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Surgical Skills Explorer — 1 day, 11 August | 11 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Oncology Clinic and Cancer Emergencies — 1 day, 13 August | 13 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming |
Eligibility and requirements
Aged 14 or older for most courses
Interested in studying medicine
Parental or guardian consent if under 18
Aged 16+ for Inside the Dissection Room
International students may participate
Suitable travel insurance required for residential travel
How much does London Hospital Work Experience cost?
Program fee
£249; £1,965; £3,535 — One-day, one-week, and two-week totals.
Funding or discounts
- Residential booking payment: £395 — Forms part of the residential total.
- Optional meal plan: £210; £455 — One-week and two-week breakfast and dinner plans.
- Non-residential reduction: £225; £450 — One-week and two-week students staying elsewhere.
What's included
Residential accommodation, Hospital work experience and tuition, Arrival pickup for residential courses, Dedicated staff and residential supervision, Course certificate, Personal reference for residential courses, Medical application and interview seminars on residential courses
How to apply to London Hospital Work Experience
- 1
Review the published course themes, durations, dates, and residential arrangements.
- 2
Choose the relevant London course and preferred date on the official booking page.
- 3
Provide the requested student, contact, nationality, guardian, and placement details.
- 4
Pay £249 in full for a one-day course or £395 toward a residential booking.
- 5
Wait for booking acceptance and Premed Portal access, normally sent within 48 hours.
- 6
Submit arrival, medical, insurance, and dietary information during preparation.
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What does London Hospital Work Experience cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Clinical communication
Practice patient-history taking and communication through realistic GP and hospital scenarios.
Emergency and ward care
Work through emergency cases, multidisciplinary ward rounds, triage, and simulated on-call decisions.
Anatomy and surgical skills
Explore anatomy through guided dissection, models, suturing, wound care, and airway activities.
Radiology and diagnostics
Learn introductory imaging approaches and interpret chest and abdominal X-rays in simulations.
Medical school preparation
Connect practical experience to personal statements, interviews, UCAT preparation, and reflective discussion.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on London Hospital Work Experience?
A typical day during the program.
Arrival and briefing
Students meet the team, settle into accommodation, and attend a welcome briefing.
Clinical learning
Days combine hospital or university teaching with practical simulations and specialty exploration.
Application preparation
Junior doctors and medical students cover personal statements, interviews, and using experience reflectively.
Departure support
Staff coordinate transfers to Heathrow, King's Cross, or collection from the accommodation.
Who teaches on London Hospital Work Experience?
Teaching and facilitation involve NHS doctors, junior doctors, medical students, anatomy demonstrators, specialist clinicians, and Premed Projects staff. Some application teaching is delivered by junior doctors and medical students with experience of Imperial College London medical interview panels.
Residential students are also supported by dedicated project leaders and an on-site night manager.
Where do students stay on London Hospital Work Experience?
Residential plan
- Central London rooms: Two students share each room, with a private en-suite bathroom.
- Facilities and security: Accommodation includes study and communal areas, laundry, an outdoor terrace, and 24-hour security.
- Staff support: Project leaders and an on-site night manager support students throughout the stay.
Non-residential plan
- Stay elsewhere: Students may stay at home or with relatives and meet the team daily.
- One-day courses: Students meet staff at the venue and leave after the course finishes.
Meals are not included in the residential fee; optional meal plans cost £210 for one week or £455 for two weeks.
What happens after London Hospital Work Experience?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Add a work experience certificate to a portfolio.
Use a residential reference in medical school applications.
Reflect on clinical communication and teamwork in interviews.
Identify medical specialties or settings for further exploration.
Build toward further volunteering, shadowing, or medical study.
The experience can support reflection, but it does not guarantee admission to medical school.
Where does London Hospital Work Experience take place?
Residential accommodation is in Central London, a short walk from a Tube station and positioned for access to the hospitals and universities used by the program. Arrival options include collection from Heathrow Airport or King's Cross railway station, or direct arrival at the accommodation.
Exact teaching locations and daily timings are confirmed in the final itinerary.
London Hospital Work Experience FAQs
Most courses are designed for students aged 14 or older who are interested in studying medicine. The average participant age is stated as 16, and the Inside the Dissection Room course requires students to be at least 16.
Activities vary by course and may include GP consultations, patient histories, emergency simulations, anatomy, basic life support, ward rounds, radiology, oncology, suturing, and medical school preparation.
Yes. Published arrangements include project leaders, an on-site night manager, 24-hour security and CCTV, plus an emergency contact monitored around the clock.
Yes. Residential-course students may stay at home or with relatives and meet the team each day. The published balance reduction is £225 for one week or £450 for two weeks.
The plans include breakfast and evening meals. Lunch is generally separate, and halal, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary needs can be accommodated with advance notice.
Students completing a course receive a work experience certificate. Residential participants can also receive a detailed written reference, and some basic life-support sessions offer an optional route to a two-year certificate.
Students are responsible for suitable travel insurance, including hospital-environment cover. Visa requirements depend on nationality; the provider offers guidance after booking, but the student remains responsible for obtaining permission in time.
The exact itinerary, including locations and timings, is sent about two weeks before the course begins. Published day-by-day schedules are examples and may change.
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Ben works at the intersection of education, technology and school adoption, with expertise in how secondary schools evaluate data-driven tools and how education technology is used in practice.
Sources and verification
Source types reviewed
- Terms & Conditions - Premed Projects
- One Day Courses - UK - Premed Projects
- UK - Summer 2027 Hospital Work Experience Registration Fee - Premed Projects
- UK February 2027 Hospital Work Experience Registration Fee - Premed Projects
- London Medical Work Experience In Hospitals | 1 Day | Ages 14+
- London Hospital Work Experience | 2 Weeks | Ages 14+
- London Hospital Work Experience | 1 Week | Ages 14+
- Prices and Dates | Medical Work Experience | Premed Projects
- Test Single - Premed Projects
- Apply Now for Hospital Work Experience - Premed Projects
- FAQs | Medical Work Experience | Premed Projects
- Hospital Work Experience in London | Medical School Preparation UK
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