Doctor For A Day | Brisbane

Sat May 09 2026 at 01:00 pm to 05:00 pm UTC+10:00

Plaza Auditorium, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre | South Brisbane

MedView
Publisher/HostMedView
Doctor For A Day  | Brisbane
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Step into the shoes of a doctor for a day with an immersive, hands-on experience created for high school students aspiring to enter medicine
About this Event

What You’ll Experience!
Note: This event is only open to students currently in Years 10 to 11.


Interactive Workshops:

  • Clinical Skills: Practice vitals, diagnosis techniques, and patient care
  • Surgical Skills: Learn suturing on suture kits, plus test your skills on simulators such as blood pressure cuffs, stethoscopes and oximeters plus a sling bandage workshop
  • UCAT Strategy Session: Time-saving tips, tricks, and traps to avoid
  • Interview Simulation: Watch real med students re-enact interviews (MMI, panel, semi-structured)

Admissions Strategy Panel: Meet recent top applicants who successfully gained entry into multiple med schools – and get their honest advice on what worked, what didn’t, and what gave them the edge.

Journey Through Medicine: Discover the path from high school to med school and beyond, including specialisations, lifestyle, and what the career truly looks like.

Admissions Pathways Explained: Get clear on UCAT, ATAR, and interview requirements for top universities in Australia, including hidden pathways and smart strategies.

A Day in the Life of a Med Student: Hear from current med students about what studying medicine is really like, the highs, the hustle, and the balance.


Agenda

🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Journey To Becoming A Doctor

Info: In this session, you’ll discover why medicine is such a rewarding career, explore the different pathways to becoming a doctor, and get an insider’s look at what life is really like in medical school. We’ll also break down the entry requirements you’ll need to meet, so you can start planning your journey with confidence.


🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
How To Apply To Medical Schools

Info: Learn the step-by-step application process, how to choose the right subjects for your goals, and what the latest application statistics reveal about your chances.


🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Parent Session: Supporting Your Child’s Journey To Medicine

Info: Hear directly from MedView's expert admissions team, as they share practical advice on how to best support your child in getting into medical school, from navigating academic demands to staying motivated and managing the application process.


🕑: 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Clinical & Suture Workshops

Info: Learn Clinical Skills: Practice vitals, diagnosis techniques, and patient care by learning how to use oximeters, blood pressure cuffs, sling bandages and more!
Surgical Skills: Learn suturing on real suture kits, led by current medical students.


🕑: 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
UCAT Workshops

Info: Learn key strategies, timing techniques, and question approaches to maximise your UCAT score. This session will cover each section of the test with tips from experts who have helped students gain entry into top medical schools.


🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:45 PM
Interview Workshops

Info: Step inside the interview room before the big day. In this interactive role-play session, current medical students will guide you through exactly how a real medical school interview works. You’ll watch live examples, learn what interviewers are looking for, and practise strategies to answer with confidence.


🕑: 04:45 PM - 05:00 PM
Closing Session & Certificate Presentation

Info: We’ll wrap up the day with final remarks and a quick recap of key takeaways. Every attendee will receive their Doctor for a Day participation certificate to celebrate their achievement and mark the start of their medical school journey.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Plaza Auditorium, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Grey Street, South Brisbane, Australia

Tickets

AUD 15.00 to AUD 180.00

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