Medicine - Graduate Entry Programme (4 year)
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Medicine - Graduate Entry Programme is a 4-year intensive program designed for students with a science or health-related degree who want to become doctors. The program combines traditional lectures with hands-on problem-based learning, clinical placements, and research opportunities. Graduates typically pursue careers as doctors within the NHS, often specializing in general practice or hospital medicine.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The Medicine - Graduate Entry Programme is a 4-year intensive program designed for students who already hold a science or health-related degree and want to fast-track their journey to becoming a qualified doctor.
Objectives:
- Equip students with the clinical, communication, observation, teamwork, and management skills necessary to succeed as doctors.
- Provide a comprehensive curriculum that integrates the latest research and advancements in healthcare.
- Offer a supportive and engaging learning environment that fosters student success and professional development.
Description:
This program combines years of experience with high-tech facilities, offering a blend of traditional lectures and hands-on problem-based learning. Students engage in small group sessions, clinical scenarios, early patient contact, and placements in hospitals and communities. The curriculum covers a range of areas, from basic sciences to clinical specialties, allowing students to follow their individual interests and prepare for their chosen career paths.
Outline:
The program is structured in three phases across four years:
Year 1 (Phase 1):
- Introduction to applied biological sciences and key topics related to normal biological structures and functions, the impact of illness, and environmental/social factors on health.
- Focus on developing clinical and communication skills through practical anatomy teaching, small group work, and patient contact.
- Clinical placements begin in September, with weekly sessions at a primary care setting and bi-weekly sessions with a GP tutor.
Years 2-3 (Phase 2):
- Increased focus on clinical placements with rotations lasting 6-10 weeks across various hospital settings (including inner-city and out-of-firm placements).
- Exposure to diverse patient demographics and specialized services in different locations.
Year 4 (Phase 3):
- Placements in emergency medicine, intensive care, surgical and anaesthetics departments, as well as an eight-week GP apprenticeship with independent patient consultations under GP supervision.
- Completion of final SSCs and the Intermediate Life Support qualification.
- Six-week elective opportunity in the UK or overseas for enriching cultural and medical experiences.
- Three-week student assistantship shadowing a Foundation Year (FY1) doctor in preparation for own FY1 training.
Assessment:
Students' progress is monitored through continuous assessment and regular examinations, with final exams conducted each year. A scheme of merits and distinctions recognizes outstanding performance. Special ability in examinations and specific subjects is also rewarded through prizes.
Teaching:
The program utilizes a diverse range of teaching methods to ensure a stimulating and engaging learning experience:
- Lectures and symposia for knowledge dissemination.
- Extensive hands-on laboratory work for practical experience.
- Independent projects fostering critical thinking and research skills.
- Practical workshops focused on honing clinical skills and patient communication.
- Problem-based learning sessions in small groups to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios through teamwork and independent research.
- Access to an extensive online medical knowledge base containing lectures, papers, and research for continuous learning.
Careers:
Graduates of the program typically pursue careers as doctors within the NHS, often specializing in general practice or hospital medicine. Some graduates also pursue postgraduate studies to further specialize in particular areas. The program offers a bespoke careers program with various resources to help students prepare for their chosen career paths, including:
- Medical careers fair connecting students with potential employers.
- Rotations through various medical specialisms in both hospital and primary care settings.
- Foundation training application support in the final year.
- Access to Queen Mary careers team for assistance with finding work experience, internships, volunteering opportunities, and enhancing CVs, applications, and interview skills.
Other:
The program recently received funding from Health Education England to enhance content delivery through a blended approach utilizing premium digital content alongside active and social learning principles.
- Blizard Building with advanced research labs, a lecture theatre, and a cafe.
- Dedicated teaching room equipped with anatomical specimens, medical images, and specialized computer imaging.
- Multi-user labs with computers and CCTV for practical classes.
- Clinical and Communications Centre for practicing clinical methods and communication skills on mannequins and models with trained actors.
- New satellite campus in Ilford for additional classroom and mock ward experience. Students also benefit from a friendly School environment with a strong staff-student relationship and a General Medical Council-commended student support and mentoring program.
- Home fees: £9,250
- Overseas fees: £48,700
