University of Leicester

Study Medicine at The University of Leicester

Leicester offers a 5/6 year course with an integrated, patient-centred curriculum whichincorporates lectures, small-group teaching, clinical teaching and practicals (includingcadaveric dissection). This medical programme is divided into two phases.

In phase one (first two years), students learnthe fundamentals of medical sciencethroughintegrated modules that combine learning of the human structure and human health andillness. Community placements provide early exposure to healthcare settings andare part of providing students an understanding of the psycho-social contexts ofhealthcare. Basic clinical skills in communication, patient examination andprofessionalism are also developed.

Phase two (final three years) focuses on expansion of clinical education throughplacements in a wide range of hospital and community settings within Leicester andacross the Midlands, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire. This involves placements acrossa range of different specialties to broaden clinical experience. Students also have thechance to work within a multidisciplinary healthcare team as part of their training.

In the final year, students prepare for their future role as a junior doctor by gainingexperience through foundation assistantships and through clinical simulations andprocedural training. Leicester also offer students the opportunity to undertake anintercalated degree and an electiveplacement (abroad or in the UK).