Medicine & Healthcare Career and Mentoring Event

Join us in person to explore Medicine & Healthcare careers, get mentoring, and kick-start your future! (Open to Students in Year 10 onwards)
About this Event

Event Description

Join us for an inspiring, practical Medicine & Healthcare Careers and Mentoring Event, hosted by the Rotary Club of Nottingham Unity in collaboration with Bangladeshi Doctors in the UK, Bangladeshi Doctors in Nottingham and WAHDA CIC.

Designed for students in Year 10, Year 11, Year 12, and aspiring healthcare professionals, with parents warmly welcome, this event provides direct guidance, actionable strategies, and real-world insights from practicing NHS clinicians. Whether you are just beginning to explore a career in medicine or actively preparing your application, you will gain the tools and confidence needed to take your next steps.

What to Expect:

• Inspiring Keynote Talks: Direct insights into the reality of a medical career.

• Entry Strategy Guidance: Practical steps covering UCAT timing, strategic medical school selection, and interview preparation.

• Interactive Small Group Sessions: Focused group mentoring tailored to your specific goals and questions.

• Personalised Action Planning: Build a clear, step-by-step pathway starting right after GCSEs.

Event Details

• Date: Sunday, 13 September 2026

• Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Registration opens at 10:30 AM)

• Location: Himmah Hub, 37A Gregory Boulevard, Hyson Green, Nottingham, NG7 6BE

• Cost: Free to attend (Registration required)

Event Agenda

10:30 AM – 11:00 AM | Registration & Welcome: Arrival, check-in, and seating.

11:00 AM – 11:15 AM | Opening Remarks: Introduction by the Rotary Club of Nottingham Unity.

11:15 AM – 11:45 AM | Talk: "The Life of a Junior Doctor"

Speaker: Dr Aurnab Aqeeb (Clinical Fellow, QMC; Bangladeshi Doctors in Nottingham

Topics: A relatable, honest look at the day-to-day realities, rewards, and journey of a junior doctor to inspire the next generation.

11:45 AM – 12:45 PM | Talk: "Planning Your Entry Strategy to Medicine"

Speaker: Dr Tanvir Hossain (Upper GI Surgeon Coordinator; Bangladeshi Doctors in the UK)

Topics:

• UCAT exam preparation: when and how to start
• Choosing medical schools strategically
• Understanding differing entry criteria
• Building a tailored post-GCSE action plan
• Targeted medical school interview prep

12:45 PM – 01:45 PM | Small Group Discussions & Mentoring Sessions with Refreshments

Interactive, small-group breakout sessions allowing students and parents to ask questions, work on action plans, and receive tailored mentoring from healthcare professionals.

01:45 PM – 02:00 PM | Closing Remarks & Networking Wrap-up and final Q&A opportunity.