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Train the Mind

Solve the Case

From Spark to Stethoscope

Confidence Starts Here

Medicine Meets Mystery

Learn Like a Detective

🌟 Benefits for You: Inspiring the Next Generation of Doctors

At Medlock Holmes, we believe the journey to medicine begins with curiosity—and grows through confidence, connection, and real-world practice. Whether you’re a high school student exploring the path ahead, a university entrant adapting to new challenges, or a parent seeking to support your child’s aspirations, our programme offers structured, story-rich learning experiences that bridge the gap between imagination and preparation.

By blending medical problem-solving with the intrigue of detective storytelling, Medlock Holmes helps young minds think like future doctors—analytically, ethically, and empathetically.

🔍 For High School Students (Years 9–12)

Explore, Excite, Excel

The high school years are a time of discovery. Medlock Holmes meets students where they are—whether they’re in Year 9 dreaming about their future or in Year 12 preparing for their medical school interview.

Through immersive, age-appropriate case studies, students:

  • Spark curiosity about the human body and the art of diagnosis
  • Develop teamwork and problem-solving skills that shine beyond medicine
  • Learn how doctors think by exploring clinical reasoning step-by-step
  • Discover if medicine truly aligns with their interests and strengths
  • Prepare for placements and interviews with greater confidence and insight
  • Stand out in applications through a unique, story-driven learning experience

Whether it’s planting the first seed or polishing the final application, Medlock Holmes supports every step of the high school journey.

 

🧭 For Post-High School Students (Gap Year, 1st Year)

Bridge the Gap with Confidence

Transition periods—whether a gap year, foundation course, or the first year of medical school—can feel uncertain. Medlock Holmes provides a structured, confidence-building bridge between where you are now and the demands of medical education.

Our programme supports:

  • Students on gap years seeking to stay intellectually engaged and future-ready
  • Graduate-entry students entering Year 2 or from unrelated backgrounds who want to fill biomedical knowledge gaps
  • Early-year medical students adjusting to the fast-paced world of case-based learning and clinical complexity

We offer:

  • Foundations in anatomy, physiology, and diagnostic thinking
  • Exposure to problem-based learning methods used in top medical schools
  • Peer mentorship and senior-student support to guide your journey
  • A sense of community, clarity, and belonging in the face of new challenges

You’ll feel more prepared, less overwhelmed, and fully equipped to thrive—right from Day One.

 

👪 For Parents (Of Doctors to Be)

Support Their Journey. See Them Thrive.

Behind every future doctor is a family cheering them on—and often wondering how best to help. Whether your child is just discovering their passion for medicine or is already deep into their degree, Medlock Holmes is a structured, story-based programme that supports both learners and the people who care about them.

As a parent, Medlock Holmes gives you confidence that your child is:

  • Gaining real insight into the world of healthcare
  • Developing skills in critical thinking, communication, and collaboration
  • Building a strong CV, compelling references, and meaningful clinical exposure
  • Staying on track during uncertain times like gap years or academic transitions

And if you’re a healthcare professional yourself, it’s a chance to:

  • Connect with your child over shared stories and ethical discussions
  • Reflect on the values and experiences that shaped your own journey
  • Enrich family conversations with purpose, mentorship, and meaning

Medlock Holmes turns passive interest into proactive growth—helping your child take meaningful steps toward their medical future.

 

Benefits for you by joining Medlock Holmes

🔎 What Makes Medlock Holmes Different?

Detective-Doctor Metaphor
Every student learns to think like a medical detective—examining clues, building hypotheses, and solving clinical puzzles with empathy and logic.

Case-Based Learning
Students engage with real-world scenarios across body systems, gaining early familiarity with medical frameworks and terminology.

Support Across Life Stages
From Years 9–12, through gap years, to medical school transitions—Medlock Holmes is designed to meet learners at every point on the journey.

Mentorship and Community
We connect students with mentors and peers who inspire confidence and provide real insight into the life of a medical student and future doctor.

Step Into the Specialty Files: Explore Every Branch of Medicine—One Case at a Time

From broken bones to blurred vision, from hearts that race to minds in distress—discover how future doctors crack real clinical mysteries across every system.

Monthly PBL Webinar Series ~ First Thursdays with Medlock Holmes

Explore. Engage. Diagnose.

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Psychiatry – “The Mind That Wandered”

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Respiratory – “The Breath That Caught Itself”

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Dermatology – “The Rash That Raised Eyebrows”

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Neurology – “The Leg That Wouldn’t Move”

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Our Testimonials

Real med vibes.

It made me feel like a junior doctor before I even started.

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Clint Baldwin
Year 11 Student

Wow, just wow!

I actually enjoyed learning about diagnosis—it felt like a game, not a lecture.

Surabhi Patel
Surabhi Patel
Year 12 Student

Mind officially blown.

I never realised how much fun clinical reasoning could be.

Jerome Botham
Jerome Botham
Year 12 Student

Not just theory.

This helped me connect the dots between symptoms, science, and story.

Lily Yin
Lily Yin
Gap Year Student

Felt so ready.

Used one of the cases in my med school interview—they loved it!

Charles Neil
Charles Neil
Gap Year Student

So inspiring!

Medlock Holmes made me believe I could actually be a doctor one day.

Mike Short
Mike Short
Gap Year Student