| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-07-01 | - |
Program Overview
This Pre-University course offers high schoolers a glimpse into the medical field, exploring human anatomy, physiology, and medical conditions. Through lectures, hands-on activities, and research, participants gain knowledge in Biomedical and Life Sciences, develop collaboration skills, and experience university-level learning methods. The intensive one-week program is designed for high-achieving students considering future studies in medicine or related fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview
Overview
This Pre-University course provides high schoolers considering future studies in the medical field a chance to explore human anatomy, physiology, and medical conditions. Through engaging lectures and hands-on activities, the program delves into different bodily systems, their functions, and their adaptations to diverse environments.
Objectives
By completing the course, participants will:
- Experience various learning methods used in first-year university studies.
- Gain relevant knowledge for Biomedical and Life Sciences.
- Conduct independent research and present findings in a well-structured format.
- Develop collaboration and teamwork skills through group assignments.
Description
This course offers a glimpse into the intricate relationship between human anatomy, physiology, and various medical conditions. It dives deep into the workings of cardiovascular, endocrine, and musculoskeletal systems. This program also features a research component, allowing participants to engage with cutting-edge research on medical and physiological well-being.
Outline
Content
The program explores the intersection of human anatomy, physiology, and various medical conditions. The key areas covered include:
- Anatomy & Function of Body Systems: Cardiovascular, Endocrine, & Musculoskeletal
- Environmental Adaptations: Extreme Temperatures, High Altitudes, Airplanes & Space
- Medical Conditions: Focus on specific conditions as relevant to course content
- Research in Medical & Physiological Well-being
Structure
This 1-week course is delivered in an intensive format, with sessions taking place on campus from 9 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday.
Learning activities include:
- Lectures by experienced instructors
- Group work and collaborative assignments
- Independent research and presentation preparation
Course Schedule
The exact course schedule will be provided before the program starts, but generally the structure is:
Day 1:
Introductions, Anatomy & Physiology Basics, Cardiovascular System
Day 2:
Endocrine System, Musculoskeletal System
Day 3:
Environmental Adaptations
Day 4:
Research in Medical & Physiological Wellbeing, Group Project Work
Day 5:
Group Project Presentations, Review & Conclusion
Assessment
Methods
Participants' understanding is evaluated through:
- Essay (50%): Analyzing a chosen medical condition and presenting findings.
- Presentation (50%): Collaboration with group to research a topic and deliver a well-structured presentation.
Criteria
Grading is based on the following criteria:
- Content accuracy and depth
- Clarity of explanation and communication
- Originality of thought and critical analysis
- One Session (1 week): £2900
- Two Sessions (2 weeks): £5800 (early application discount available)
Final Notes
- This course is designed for high-achieving high school students interested in Biomedical and Life Sciences.
- Participants are expected to actively engage in discussions, group work, and independent research.
- This program provides a valuable foundation for those considering future studies in medicine or related fields.
