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PROGRAMMES
The Enrichment Programme
A development programme designed for final year medical students students of Black African and Caribbean heritage, including students of mixed race heritage studying Medicine in the UK.
Easing the transition from medical student to doctor
Community: Expand your network and connect with your peers and your mentors
Preparation: Receive the tools and resources to grow personally and equip you for the working world
Development: Kickstart your professional career on the right note and learn from those ahead of you
About the programme
The Enrichment Programme is a 10-month development programme designed for final year medical students of Black African and Caribbean heritage, including students of mixed race heritage studying Medicine in the UK which focuses on increasing career confidence, supporting career readiness and enabling career advancement. The programme takes a holistic approach with aims to help Black African and Caribbean final year medical students navigate their last year of medical school and help them thrive in the next phase of their life as doctors.
APPLICATIONS WILL OPEN IN 2025
What the programme includes
The programme has been developed to ensure that there is a good balance between excelling academically, strengthening social support and participating in sessions that will enrich students both personally and professionally while receiving tailored support for their medical careers and future aspirations.
The students are paired with a mentor who is a current doctor in their mutual area of interest and they will receive one-to-one mentoring sessions over the course of the year.
One-to-one monthly mentoring sessions
Peer-to-peer group sessions
Tailored clinical and non-clinical webinars
Exam preparation workshops
In-person networking social event
Virtual delivery
Join the programme
WHO SHOULD ENROL?
Black African and Caribbean Final Year Medical Students who attend a UK medical school
You will be paired with a doctor to support you in the transition from medical school to foundation years.
As a Enrichment Programme student, you will be required to do the following:
Commit to meeting with your mentor a minimum of once a month
Attend the programme launch event, mentor meetings, webinars and other programme sessions
Submit a log of short reflections and feedback on the programme
Applying to the Enrichment Programme does not guarantee you a place. Applications are assessed based on the quality.
What participants say
"I signed up for the Enrichment programme which was aimed at final year medical students. Melanin Medics were looking to support the wellbeing of Black African and Caribbean medical students and doctors especially considering the impact of COVID 19. I applied to the programme on the last day, relatively close to the deadline. Unbeknownst to me, it is proving to be one of the best support systems thus far in my final year. The mentorship scheme is fantastic. The match with my mentor was almost identical. They are a current working professional within my chosen area of interest, hence provide relevant advice pertaining to my current stage, but also beyond, in the future when looking to apply.I have continued to engage with Melanin Medics as I have found the tutorials, webinars, and all therapy sessions invaluable. They often provide further assistance, and in other circumstances provide salient information not routinely covered within the curriculum."
Become a mentor on the programme
Mentors must be a UK-based Doctor registered with the GMC
You will be paired with a final year medical student mentee to give them a better understanding of what is needed in the transition from medical school to foundation years.
Applying to the Enrichment Programme does not guarantee you a place. Applications are assessed based on the quality.
As an Enrichment Programme Mentor, you will be required to do the following:
Commit to meeting with your mentee a minimum of once a month
Attend the programme launch event, undergo initial training and receive ongoing support
Submit feedback on the Enrichment Programme
Utilise the Mentoring Guide and resources shared
Receive a certificate at the end of the programme for you contribution
