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Map showing the MSTC

Map of the University Science Area showing the Medical Sciences Teaching Centre

Map showing the MSTC
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Six years at Oxford

Studying Medicine - Six years at Oxford

Gareth Chapman - final year medic (6-year course) gives his impressions of 'coming up' to Oxford, and how he found the course and life generally at Oxford University.

Everything you need to know from the entry process and interview through to graduation.

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What makes a good doctor?

What makes a good doctor?

Clearly someone who communicates well, empathises with patients and exercises sound clinical judgement. But a doctor should also understand the basic mechanisms of disease, be able to test hypotheses and show curiosity and a capacity for self-directed learning. Teaching reinforces these scientific principles and an Oxford doctor is trained to be a good scientist as well as a good clinician and a clear thinker.