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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 OPEN: XXnd Month Year


APPLICATIONS CLOSE: XXnd Month Year


APPLICANTS SELECTED: XXnd Month Year


PROGRAMME COMMENCEMENT: XXnd Month Year

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

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Applying to the Enrichment Programme does not guarantee you a place. Applications are assessed based on the quality.


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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

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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.

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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

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