The University of Plymouth Residential Summer School will welcome 20 students in Years 11 and 12 onto the university campus.
The four-day programme will cover the three main elements of the student life cycle. It will focus on supporting the student’s journey into dental education with admissions advice, life as a dental student including information and activities that explain the challenges and opportunities encountered as a dental student, and life beyond dental school.
This will be an immersive experience covering the range of careers within the oral health profession. The programme will include talks from academics and dental students from Queen Mary University London and Kings College London.
The content of the summer school will include:
- A simulated experience of what it is like to study dentistry (including a range of teaching methods) not only to consider the choice of dental school but also aid transition from sixth form study to university
- The values and behaviours of dental students and dentists
- Overview of the range of dental careers available (including other healthcare and non-patient focused options) alongside dedicated sessions that focus on the shortage specialties and other healthcare options
- Confidence and social capital building activities (including meeting academics and university students)
- Opportunities for students to discuss their options and seek advice
- Application and admissions advice and support, including preparation for interviews and admissions tests
- Social activities for the students to build a community and network amongst like-minded people
Key dates include:
- 6-9 July 2026 (residential summer school)
- Accommodation will be provided from Sunday 5 July.
How to apply
MSC Summer School programmes are open to students in Year 11 and 12 in England from underrepresented backgrounds, particularly those from areas with limited outreach to medical schools.
Applications are now open and will close on 8 March 2026. Use the links below to check the eligibility criteria and submit your application.
Summer School Eligibility 2026Make a Summer School application
