Wikus – one thing in your favor – you are young enough to change your aversge to the mid and high 80’s if you want to study to become a doctor. Feel free to pursue one of these resources by following the instructions on the relevant webpages. Dr Anton. Depressed – physicians have one of the highest suicide rates – so yes I suppose it is true as well. But you will have too study longer for a surgeon right.?? And we have like a medical team at our school where we can join too learn the most important things of what to do if like someone get a heart attack or something like that would it help if I join it? I did pretty well with math and science. Anton Scheepers, Your email address will not be published. Hi sir, Hi I would really love to be a doctor but I am doing grade 12 with these subjects life sciences,maths literacy,life orientation,geography,history,english and xhosa but my passion is being a GP cause I like people and I feel for them. 1. Hi, Dr Anton. Maths teaches one logical thinking – and that is essential for making a diagnosis. I am 27years old now and only have grade 10 behind my name, is it still possible for someone to complete grade 12 at this age and study to become a doctor? Although medical professionals commonly have busy lives – one can live a balanced life by careful planning and prioritizing. Application form to be downloaded on this page…. Dr Anton, Hi doc.Next year I will be in grade 11 and currently excelling in math, physics and life sciences as well as accounting.My averages (on the report card are usually between 84%-90%). I would really appreciate if you emailed me back soon. 5) If you don’t happen to qualify for a public medical college, you will have to pay a lot of money and get a medical seat from a private medical college. Hi – I am unfortunately not sure about the medical school requirements in India – but I’m guessing that it is as competitive as in other parts of the world. Hi…am in Gr11 and i want to be a doctor,but i only have biology-maths lit-geo-tourisme as subjctz at school.Will i be able 2 study medicine with those subjctz??? Does the physician assistant bachelor would help me to get a major in medicine.? See: https://www.oldpremeds.org/. In the USA – 8 years to be a doctor and another 5 to be a surgeon – 13 in total – that is a general surgeon. Maths (not mathematical literacy). Biochemistry Very helpful resource. Also, what steps should I take after graduating College? You can opt-out and disable cookies via the Read More link. I want to become a psychiatrist and not being big headed but my grades are alright. Hi, I’m Caroline and I’m in my last year of gcse. Can i become a GP if i study biology,physics and geography? I believe I have everything I need to become a gp except in my later years of school I never took the subjects mentioned above. I just love it, I have the potential to discover a cure for HIV, and cancer, this has been my vision from childhood. I’m frm South Africa n I obtained a nursing diploma(4 year course)! Hello, I’m a Australian High school student in year 11 and have always longed for a career in the medical field. So you may find A Level’s easier if you take triple science, but you don’t need to take triple science to become a doctor. HELPFUL HIGH SCHOOL COURSES … So after the bsc do i start from the scretch or 3year or something , if i want to move to madicine? And if working as a doctor in medicine could affect my relationships and potentially my future marriage then…..why pursue this career? I am in Grade 7 and have a project about my future. B-dgree (with premed prereq’s) Kindly tell me that what is the difference between Medical Doctor (MD) and Medical Bachelor and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS). The first step towards becoming a general practitioner begins with earning a bachelor’s degree. hey Doc what are the minimum percentage to become a General practitioner am at grade 12 this year, hey doc i wnna b a doctor bt ma grade 11 report wasnt good..do i stll hv a chance to b a doctor. Hi Doc I am still doing matric and want to become a surgical doctor but the problem is I want to do practicals first so that I can be sure if I really want to be a surgical doctor or not. I clearly have too little insight and knowledge of the specifics of your situation – please go to a career guidance institution to get clarity on your question. Hello, I would like to ask if how long would it take to be a licensed doctor? Regardless of the type of medical doctor a person chooses to be, the paths start out the same. Thank you, Doctor!! It is true – and slightly optimistically so – as it is more like 35-40%. Once you have completed your BSC degree – reapply for medicine. Hi I really want to be a doctor, what I am suppose to do? Take extra subjects if possible. i intend studying medicine next year, im currently 30yrs old and i hv a good matric results. The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education lists core competencies or characteristics that are necessary to be a successful and competent general medical practitioner. anyway,i am currently a Bsc student in Lesotho,but my issue is that my grates are terrible.i love medicine an i love science and maths but i cnt perfom’em vry wel.i strongly want to be a a Doc…so in ur view is there still hope that i can make it? My little bother wants to be a doctor one day. Yes you can do medicine from a private school – as long as they follow one of the approved matriculation exams. In addition to general education and humanity courses such as psychology, literature, and English composition, your curriculum should include some or all of the following courses: Once you are in a pre-med program at a college or university, you want to focus on science courses. thanks, The answer to your question depends on how old you are now and in which country do you live. You may even believe the profession is lucrative. At least if I excel inPhysics and Biology and Maths? I have already decided to chemistry and biology but i need a third subject. I really love helping people and I love people. Dr Smith – be it in business/sciences etc. GPA 3.8 or higher I’m from kzn bt working in gauteng and would like to study in Wits. Believe me it is both challenging but do-able. reply as soon as possible,thank you for your time! I am missing chemistry and Physical science. Why not bring your chemistry marks up to the expected standard? There is no perfect right or wrong way – may I suggest you pose this question on the SDN Forums – students in similar situation will be able to offer much better advice. Subjects: Maths, science – life science, physical science and chemistry. I had no idea that psychology was a recommended additional subject to study. I find helping others to be very fulfilling because it gives you a sense of need and meaning one that most people don’t understand. Most of your questions are answered in this post: https://www.theapprenticedoctor.com/steps-to-becoming-a-medical doctor-in-the-united-states-of-america/ or https://www.theapprenticedoctor.com/how-to-become-a-medical-doctor-in-the-usa/ you may also contact Don at INQUARTA – he is a premedical coach / facilitator. what are the major subjects i need to study. In order of importance (in my opinion): It is almost never too late – complete your pharmacy degree and move on to medicine. So my Question is If i could fail the National Bench-mark Test but at the end of the year pass my metric with flying colours, will i be accepted at University? I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF ACCOUNTING IS BOOST TOWARDS GETTING ACCEPTED FOR MEDICINE, AND IF 80% IA GOOD ENOUGH AVERAGE. To be completely honest I do not know how the medical system works in Nigeria – if I were you I would go to a university with a medical school and ask to speak with a guidance officer. This may involve: In Australia the medical degree is generally 4 years when you are entering as a university graduate. Please help.Thanks. I’m kindly asking for any advice that you might have to bestow upon me ? I already have a degree in Communications Management but I hated sitting all day and doing the same thing everyday so now i ask does volunteering in public health eg. Hi Abbey – if you want to become a doctor – I am sorry – there is no time for becoming discouraged – you have to pursue your dream with all that you have! Physical science is one of my choice subjects, I want to know if i requir life science too as I couldn’t take that as my other choice subjects since I took engineer and graphics design and business studies – which none of the two has anything to do with medical studies and I’m not sure whether I am allowed to change one of the subjects to life science. (If USA) you need to complete Gr 12 and then do a premed degree. Hi, doctor. Are these good choices for a head start on the medical career. Are all medical students really really smart ? I would like to know if there are any ‘extra’ years, such as a Zuma year? I am thinking about dropping out and getting my GED.