Two more of our students are heading for a career in medicine after securing places to study from this autumn.

Madeleine Smith is hoping for a future career in restorative dentistry and is looking forward to starting her five-year course in Plymouth.

Joining us in Year 12, Madeleine said she was drawn to the hands-on and practical side of dentistry which set it apart from other healthcare careers.

“There’s no one in my family who works in healthcare, so I’ve really relied on the support of Springwood to help me through the application process, especially when preparing for the entry exam.  The support from staff and the opportunities I’ve had have really shaped who I am,” she said.

The 18-year-old says if anyone is considering a career in medicine and dentistry, they should have as much work experience as they can get.

“Whether it’s in a healthcare setting, or at a part-time job, these experiences help you develop soft skills like communication and empathy, which are so essential. Interviewers really look for these qualities,” she said.

Meanwhile, Harry Malton, who also joined in Year 12, is hoping for a career in cardiology when he has completed his studies which start with a biomedicine degree from the University of East Anglia in Norwich. 

Once he has completed the degree, he would like to study medicine via a post-graduate for medicine route - which would lead him towards becoming a cardiologist. Although he may stay with his biomedicine degree and study for a PhD in the subject.

“I have a big passion for helping people and the idea of having a long-lasting impact on someone’s life is very intriguing for me. I will be the first person in my family to study at university and I am looking forward to the environment and all the people I will get to meet,” he said.

“The staff at Springwood have been very helpful in my application through aiding my admissions test and my personal statement. The most enjoyable part of my education at the school has been the people I have met and the teachers who have helped me,” he added.

Also pictured is Colby Wood who has been accepted to study medicine at Birmingham University and is the subject of a separate story on our website.