Does an EPQ help with medical school applications?
A well-executed EPQ (Extended Project Qualification) can be a powerful asset for aspiring medical students. It shows admissions tutors that you’re capable of independent research, critical thinking, and sustained academic writing — exactly the skills needed for success at medical school.
Whether you’re writing about bioethics, public health, neuroscience, or the future of medicine, our expert tutors can help you shape a project that’s original, rigorous, and impactful.
A strong EPQ:
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Enhances your personal statement with real academic depth
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Provides content for Oxbridge and panel interviews
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Shows curiosity, independence, and genuine interest in medicine
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Demonstrates research and writing skills essential for university
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Adds up to 28 UCAS points (A* grade)
What We Offer
✔ 1:1 guidance from Oxbridge medical students, doctors and researchers
✔ Support from topic selection to final submission
✔ Structured help with research, referencing, and project planning
✔ Detailed feedback on drafts and essay structure
✔ Coaching in critical analysis, evaluation, and extended writing
✔ Help preparing your presentation for the EPQ Viva
“An EPQ can do more than boost your UCAS points — it can become the foundation of your medical school interview success.”
Common Struggles We Help With
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Choosing a topic that’s both ambitious and manageable
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Knowing how to structure a 5,000-word academic essay
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Finding and referencing credible, up-to-date sources
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Balancing scientific rigour with ethical and social perspectives
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Meeting deadlines and managing workload alongside A Levels
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Preparing for your EPQ presentation with confidence
🔬 Medicine EPQ Ideas
Choosing the right Medicine EPQ topic is key to making your project stand out — not just for examiners, but also for medical school admissions tutors. Below are some of the most engaging, original, and academically strong EPQ ideas for medicine students, covering everything from ethics and public health to emerging technologies and neuroscience.
These ideas are designed to demonstrate curiosity, critical thinking, and your potential as a future medic.
⚖️ Medical Ethics
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Should assisted dying be legalised in the UK?
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Is it ever ethical to refuse life-saving treatment on religious grounds?
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Should doctors be allowed to strike?
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Are patient autonomy and informed consent always compatible?
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Should doctors be allowed to override parental consent in life-saving treatment of minors?
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Is it ethical to prioritise younger patients over older ones in organ transplants?
🧠 Neuroscience & Mental Health
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To what extent can the brain be rewired after trauma?
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Are antidepressants overprescribed to teenagers in the UK?
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Is the concept of "free will" compatible with modern neuroscience?
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Should mental health be given equal priority to physical health in NHS funding?
🧬 Genetics, Research & Future of Medicine
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Should genetic screening be used to select embryos?
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Will personalised medicine replace general practice?
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How ethical is CRISPR gene editing in humans?
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Could AI ever replace doctors in diagnostic medicine?
🌍 Public Health & Global Medicine
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How effective was the UK’s COVID-19 response compared to other countries?
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What are the most significant barriers to vaccination uptake in developing nations?
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Is the NHS financially sustainable in the long term?
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Should organ donation be opt-out worldwide?
👩⚕️ Medical Education, Practice & Social Issues
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How does socioeconomic status affect access to healthcare in the UK?
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Is empathy a teachable skill in medical training?
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What’s the role of doctors in tackling misinformation online?
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Does work experience actually prepare students for a career in medicine?
🧬 Genetics, Research & Future of Medicine
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Should genetic screening be used to select embryos?
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Will personalised medicine replace general practice?
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How ethical is CRISPR gene editing in humans?
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Could AI ever replace doctors in diagnostic medicine?
What Makes a Strong EPQ Topic for Medicine?
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When choosing your EPQ topic, aim for something that is:
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Debatable (with room for different perspectives)
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Researchable using credible sources
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Relevant to your future career in healthcare or medicine
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Interesting enough to discuss at interview
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Narrow enough to explore in detail within 5,000 words
Download 'The Ultimate Guide to Medicine EPQs'
Written by Doctors | Instant PDF download
A practical, modern workbook to help you plan, research, and write an exceptional EPQ — designed especially for aspiring medical students.
Created by doctors and medical students who’ve completed EPQs themselves, supervised projects, and sat on admissions panels, this guide breaks down everything you need to know to create a compelling, well-structured project that reflects your genuine interest in medicine.
Whether you're struggling to choose a topic, feeling overwhelmed by the research process, or just want to make your project shine, this workbook will support you every step of the way — with expert advice and interactive exercises throughout.
What’s Inside:
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Step-by-step guidance on every stage of the EPQ: topic selection, research, writing, editing, and presenting
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A research toolkit including source evaluation tips, a research map, and a tracking template
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Thought-provoking prompts to help you choose a topic that actually excites you
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Structured planning pages to organise your timeline, chapter outline, and argument flow
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Self-review checklists for every stage — from first draft to final polish
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Practical advice for talking about your EPQ in medical school interviews
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Written by doctors and EPQ supervisors who understand exactly what med schools are looking for
Format:
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Delivered as a downloadable, print-friendly PDF
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Perfect for Year 12–13 students, gap year applicants, or international students applying to UK medical schools
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Suitable for students doing their EPQ in 2025 and beyond
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Pair this with our 1:1 EPQ Support or Medicine Interview Prep services to get expert guidance from doctors at every stage.
Medicine EPQ Tutoring Pricing
All A Level 1:1 lessons are £99/hour.
• Tailored support from an expert Oxbridge-taught science tutor
• Ideal for GCSE or A-Level exam prep
• Focused on your syllabus, pace, and goals
🧪 Bundle packages and group sessions also available.