Medicine and Surgery MBChB

Program Overview

Lancaster Medical School's five-year MBChB program emphasizes problem-based learning, clinical exposure, and portfolio-based assessment. It equips students with comprehensive knowledge and skills for modern clinical practice in various medical fields, including general practice, clinical specialties, public health, and medical research. The program prioritizes student responsibility and reflection through its teaching methods and utilizes innovative technologies in anatomy instruction.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Lancaster Medical School offers a five-year MBChB program that provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary for modern clinical practice. The program emphasizes problem-based learning, lectures, and clinical anatomy teaching. Problem-based learning involves small group discussions where students explore realistic patient-based scenarios and independently research topics to develop their understanding. The program also includes early patient contact, allowing students to practice their history-taking and examination skills.

Outline:

Year 1:

• Focus on fundamental principles of GP care and community-based healthcare
• Problem-based learning modules covering biomedical and social science concepts
• Basic clinical skills training
• Extensive communication skills training

Year 2:

• Two days per week on hospital placement
• Community-related activities
• Problem-based learning and other teaching activities

Years 3-5:

• Clinical rotations in various hospital and community settings
• Patient contact, clinical teaching, problem-based learning, and other teaching activities
• Portfolio-based assessment to guide and assess learning

Assessment:

The program uses a portfolio-based assessment system to guide and assess student learning. Students are expected to take responsibility for their own learning and engage in reflective practice.

Teaching:

The program utilizes a variety of teaching methods, including problem-based learning, lectures, clinical anatomy teaching, and clinical skills training. The faculty consists of experienced tutors and medical professionals who provide support and guidance to students.

Careers:

Graduates of the program have a wide range of career opportunities in clinical practice, including general practice, and various clinical specialties. The program also prepares students for careers in public health or medical research.

Other:

• The program is delivered through Lancaster University, a high-ranking and forward-looking university.
• Lancaster Medical School is one of the UK's smaller medical schools, providing a student-focused learning environment.
• Students have the opportunity to pursue their own areas of interest through Selectives in Advanced Medical Practice and coursework assignments.
• Students can choose to study abroad during their Elective or take a year out from the course to study a medicine-related topic.

Home Fees

£9,250

International Fees

£45,315 Additional costs:

• Travel costs to and from GP and community placements.
• Stethoscope at a cost of around £60.
• Scientific calculator at a cost of around £6.
• Smart clothes for clinical placements.
• Books, stationery, printing, photocopying, binding and general subsistence on trips and visits.
• College fees of £40 for undergraduates and research students and £15 for students on one-year courses.
• Computer equipment and internet access.
• Study abroad courses may incur additional costs such as travel documents (e.g.
VISA or work permit) and any tests and vaccines that are required at the time of travel. Some countries may require proof of funds.
• Placement and industry year courses may incur costs for clothing and accommodation.