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The Oxford Trauma Sixth Form Prize in Medicine invites UK sixth form students from Oxfordshire state schools to design and present an idea for a clinical study in the field of musculoskeletal diseases (orthopaedics, rheumatology, or trauma). The two winners will join us for a week of Work Experience at the University of Oxford.

University of Oxford video competition

Task

We want YOU to design and present an idea for a clinical study in the field of musculoskeletal diseases (orthopaedics, rheumatology or trauma).

Create a three minute video explaining your proposed study, and why it could make a difference for clinicians or patients.

Your video should cover the following:

• Clinical Question — the specific problem or gap in knowledge you aim to address.

• Study Design — choose observational, data-based, or clinical trial; outline who you would include, the outcomes you would measure, and any ethical/practical considerations (e.g. consent, equity, bias).

• Potential Impact — explain how your study could inform clinical practice, patient outcomes, or health services.

Suggested Topics (these are examples only)

• Early MRI vs. standard imaging for suspected scaphoid fracture — does it speed safe return to activity? (pragmatic trial)

• Wearable sensors to reduce overuse injuries in adolescent athletes. (observational cohort)

• Predicting rheumatoid arthritis flares using routinely collected EHR data and simple clinical measures. (data-based study)

• Virtual physiotherapy versus in-person rehab after ACL reconstruction. (non-inferiority trial)

• Vitamin D supplementation to reduce stress fractures in first-year university athletes. (cluster trial)

Judging Criteria

Entries will be scored 1–5 in each category (maximum 20):

  • Clarity of Explanation
  • Structure & Coherence
  • Understanding & Critical Thinking (including basic study design awareness)
  • Communicative Effectiveness (pace, tone, use of visuals where appropriate)

Guidelines

Eligibility: UK sixth form students (Years 12–13), Oxfordshire state schools only.

Format: 3 minute video (MP4 preferred). Filming on a smartphone is fine.

The use of slides is acceptable, but the speaker must be visible at all times.

Technical tips: 720p–1080p; clear audio; steady framing; good lighting; keep file size reasonable (≤500 MB recommended).

File naming: Surname_Firstname_School.mp4

Include your full name and school name at the start of the video (this does not count towards the 3 mins)

Submission: Upload your video to YouTube as an unlisted video and send the link to communications@ndorms.ox.ac.uk using the subject line: Sixth form prize video 2025 (include student name and school).

Fair use of AI: You may use AI tools for brainstorming or proofreading notes, but the final content and delivery must be your own. You may NOT use AI generated video-content.

We will not be able to provide feedback on submissions but all applicants will be informed if they were successful or unsuccessful

Key Dates

Submission deadline: Monday 1 December 2025 (23:59 UK time)

Results announced: week commencing Monday 12 January 2026

Work experience placement: Tuesday 7 – Friday 10 April 2026

Prizes

• 2 × First Prizes — Oxford work experience placement (7–10 April 2025) and a University of Oxford Certificate

• 2 × Second Prizes — University of Oxford Certificate of Achievement

• Commendations — Certificates for notable entries

Please note, there is no provision for costs associated with attending the work-experience (travel or accommodation) but if this is a specific barrier to application please notify us.

Resources

Downloadable documents for students and judges:

Video Marking Scoresheet

Student Submission Checklist

One-page Flyer (PDF)

Assembly Slide (PowerPoint)

Any questions?

Please contact the NDORMS Communications Team.