AwardDegree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
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Overview
By studying for a Medical Degree at the UEA you will bring about huge change in your life and in the lives of many other people. Being a doctor is a privileged position which has at its heart a real and deep-seated vocation to help people.
It’s a demanding, challenging, but very rewarding profession – and not one to be entered into lightly. You will have a long-held ambition to become a doctor and it is this ambition that will motivate and sustain you through the years of academic and clinical study you’ll complete before you can take your place as a competent physician.
Alongside excellent clinical skills, modern doctors must be able to communicate effectively so they can relate to patients and their loved ones with compassion and understanding. You will also be working within multi disciplinary teams – so a co-operative and approachable attitude are key to your success.
The career choices for a doctor are endless. But wherever you choose work, as a GP, in a hospital, or in research, the patient will always be at the core of what you do.
Medical degrees at the UEA – bringing real change
When you study for Medicine degree at UEA you will be thoroughly prepared to take your place as a highly motivated and competent doctor in the modern health service, with the mind-set to continue to learn throughout your career. The five-year course has been very carefully designed with the General Medical Council and you will learn and work with expert clinicians in a range of disciplines in facilities that are the envy of other schools.
Right from the start of the course a significant portion of your study will be through scenarios and real clinical problems from real patients. You will solve these problems through group and individual work and learn how to apply acquired medical knowledge to practical situations. This is the essence of Problem Based Learning (PBL) which is fundamental to the course.
Other key dynamics of the course include learning how research underpins innovation in medicine, and developing your communication skills. We offer superb facilities and we are especially proud of the support we give our students at every stage of their studies.
UEA is a fantastic place to study, placed in the top ten universities in the UK for student satisfaction since the survey began. You will love being here, learning and making lasting friendships. By taking a Medical degree at the UEA you are guaranteed the best start in a highly valued, respected and worthwhile vocation.
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All applicants must have a minimum of six GCSE (or equivalent) passes at grade A or above to include English, Maths and two Science subjects. GCSE short courses are not accepted.
If you are a European or International applicant we require that you include details of formal qualifications taken up to age 16, together with current/completed studies on your UCAS form.
A Levels
AAA to include Biology/Human Biology and one other science plus AS level grade B in a 4th subject Second science subject from Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or Further Mathematics.
NB. Combinations of Mathematics and Further Mathematics not accepted at A2/AS level. We are looking for 4 separate subjects, three at full A level and one at AS as a minimum. We consider Mathematics and Further Mathematics as one subject area.
General Studies and Critical Thinking not accepted at A2 or AS level.
International Baccalaureate34 points with 666 at Higher Level to include Biology and one other science
Scottish Advanced HighersAAA inc Biology and one other science plus a minimum of grade B in a fourth standard Highers subject
Irish Leaving CertificateAAAAAA at Higher level including Biology and a second science
Access CourseContact the Admissions Office for a list of accepted courses and grade requirements.
Students for whom English is a foreign language
For entry to the Medical degree for EU/International students we require evidence of a high level English language qualification such as IELTS 7.5, with a minimum of 7.5 in each component, or an equivalent TOEFL score.
Special Entry Requirements
ALL applicants will need to take the UKCAT Medical Admissions Test prior to submitting their application: see www.ukcat.ac.uk for full details.
Candidates who have previously studied or are currently studying at another Medical School, in UK or abroad, will not be considered for entry.
A-Level Resit Policy
Norwich Medical School will consider A-Level resits if BBB was obtained at the first sitting.
Candidates who are wishing to resit one subject will be required to have predicted A*.
Candidates resitting two A-Level subjects are required to have predicted grades of A*A
Candidates resitting three A-Level subjects are required to have predicted grades of A*AA
Candidates must have a fourth AS or A-Level at Grade B
Intakes
September
Alternative Qualifications
Graduates and Other Higher Degree Qualifications
Graduates will need to have achieved or be predicted a First class or 2.1 degree and meet our GCSE and A2 level requirements as detailed below.
We require proof of a sound knowledge in Biology and one other science. Therefore, if your degree is not science related, your A2 levels should be AAA (at first sit) to include Biology/Human Biology and one other science from Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics. Grade A is required to compensate for the gap in science study. If your degree is science related, we will accept BBB (at first sit).
Masters Degrees must be successfully completed, plus a minimum 2.1 degree with grades BBB at A2 level (first sit) to include Biology/Human Biology and one other science subject.
General Studies and Critical Thinking not accepted at A2 or AS level. We consider Mathematics and Further Mathematics as one subject area.
All applicants must have a minimum of six GCSE (or equivalent) passes at grade A or above to include English, Maths and two Science subjects. GCSE short courses are not accepted.
Please note that all applicants need to show that they have studied within the past three years.
The University reserves the right to make academic judgements outside these published guidelines in complex and exceptional cases.
Students will select 150 credits from the following module(s).
Name
Code
Credits
Period
Fitness to Practice - Year 1
All MB/BS students must be confirmed as 'Fit to Practice' by the end of year Fitness to Practice Board. Progression to the next year, or graduation in year 5, can only occur once this confirmaiton has been recordedmore...
MED-1FPY
1
Year Period
Integrative Period Year 1
To consolidate and integrate what has been learned in the first year of the MB/BS degree programme.more...
MED-1B02
30
Semester 2
Locomotion
You will examine the underlying science behind the system, as a basis for exploring the examination, diagnosis and treatment of patients with locomotory impairments.more...
MED-1A02
60
Semester 2
The Human Lifecycle - A Holistic Approach
You will be introduced to a broad range of skills: topics include the human life-course, biological and behavioural sciences, consultation skills, and research methods. The science and behavioural science material will often relate to your week's PBL case.more...
MED-1AL1
60
Semester 1
Year 2
Essential Study (150 credits)
Students will select 150 credits from the following module(s).
Name
Code
Credits
Period
Blood and Skin
You will find out how to recognise and treat many of the diseases that routinely affect people; including the commonest cancer, the most frequent causes of infection in developed and less developed countries, and the common diseases that affect children and adolescents.
You will become confident with the interpretation of high and low blood counts, the mechanism of coagulation and bleeding disorders, and management of haematological malignancies.more...
MED-3B3Y
40
Year Period
Circulation
You will study adult cardiology, vascular surgery and stroke medicine. The focus of the teaching is to enable you to understand and manage patients with circulatory disorders.more...
MED-3B4Y
40
Year Period
Fitness to Practice - Year 2
All MB/BS students must be confirmed as 'Fit to Practice' by the end of year Fitness to Practice Board. Progression to the next year, or graduation in year 5, can only occur once this confirmaiton has been recordedmore...
MED-2FPY
1
Year Period
Integrative Period Year 2
The learning objectives are : to assimilate and integrate the learning outcomes from all prior units, to demonstrate an holistic approach in relation to presentations encountered to date.more...
MED-3B04
30
Semester 2
Respiration
You will learn how to take a history and examine a patient with lung disease; to understand the pathophysiology, presentation; the management and psychosocial impact of common lung diseases, and gain experience of respiratory related clinical skills.more...
MED-3B5Y
40
Year Period
Year 3
Essential Study (150 credits)
Students will select 150 credits from the following module(s).
Name
Code
Credits
Period
Digestion/nutrition
You will learn about digestive diseases in all settings, over all ages. This encompasses both medical and surgical disease of the gastrointestinal tract. This is a key opportunity for you to gain general surgical experience as well as developing your gastroenterological knowledge.more...
MED-3C8Y
40
Year Period
Fitness to Practice - Year 3
All MB/BS students must be confirmed as 'Fit to Practice' by the end of year Fitness to Practice Board. Progression to the next year, or graduation in year 5, can only occur once this confirmaiton has been recordedmore...
MED-3FPY
1
Year Period
Homeostatis and Hormones
You will study the concept of hormone regulation on growth and metabolism and recognise features of hormone overproduction and deficiency and their management.more...
MED-3C6Y
40
Year Period
Integrative Period Year 3
The learning objectives are : to assimilate and integrate the learning outcomes from all prior units, to demonstrate an holistic approach in relation to presentations encountered to date.more...
MED-3C06
30
Semester 2
The Senses
You'll examine three linked but separate specialities: neurology, ophthalmology and ear, nose and throat (ENT). These specialities are all centred round the physiological receptors and processes that allow us to sense the environment in which we live.more...
MED-3C7Y
40
Year Period
Year 4
Essential Study (150 credits)
Students will select 150 credits from the following module(s).
Name
Code
Credits
Period
Elective
The elective gives you the opportunity for an eight-week extended placement at the forefront of health provision anywhere in the world' from Papua New Guinea, to Potsdam to Plymouth, you have the chance to plan your elective destination and learn from and contribute to medical provision in a thoroughly immersed way.more...
MED-3DE8
20
Semester 2
Fitness to Practice - Year 4
All MB/BS students must be confirmed as 'Fit to Practice' by the end of year Fitness to Practice Board. Progression to the next year, or graduation in year 5, can only occur once this confirmaiton has been recordedmore...
MED-4FPY
1
Year Period
Growth and Development
You will develop a broad understanding of child health and consider the wider issues of children's place in our society, and the value society places on childhood.more...
MED-3D0Y
50
Year Period
Integrative Period Year 4
The learning objectives are : to assimilate and integrate the learning outcomes from all prior units, to demonstrate an holistic approach in relation to presentations encountered to date.more...
MED-3DI8
30
Semester 2
Reproduction
Your focus will be on reproduction and female health. Human reproduction is a fascinating subject; obstetrics is the branch of medicine and surgery concerned with childbirth and midwifery; gynaecology is the science of the physiological functions and diseases of women.
It is essential you have a good grasp of knowledge in basic anatomy and physiology concerning human reproduction to understand childbirth and its complications and manage diseases in women at different stages of their life.more...
MED-3D9Y
50
Year Period
Year 5
Essential Study (120 credits)
Students will select 120 credits from the following module(s).
Name
Code
Credits
Period
Emergency Care
MED-3EEY
30
Year Period
Final Integrative Period
MED-3E10
20
Semester 2
Fitness to Practice - Year 5
All MB/BS students must be confirmed as 'Fit to Practice' by the end of year Fitness to Practice Board. Progression to the next year, or graduation in year 5, can only occur once this confirmaiton has been recordedmore...
MED-5FPY
1
Year Period
Mb/bs: Introduction to Year 5
MED-3EIY
10
Semester 1
Preparation for F1
MED-3EPY
30
Year Period
The Mind
MED-3EMY
30
Year Period
Disclaimer
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules and regular (five-yearly) review of course programmes. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, there will normally be prior consultation of students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff or sabbatical leave. Where this is the case, the University will endeavour to inform students.
Fees And Funding
UK/EU Students
The five-year Medicine degree course is offered on a self-funded basis with students paying the standard rate of tuition fees. The tuition fees for the academic year 2012/13 are £9,000
Students may be eligible to apply for low interest loans, to cover fees and maintenance, from the Student Loans Company. Further information is available from: www.slc.co.uk
Medical students may be eligible to apply for an NHS bursary during their final year of studies. For further details please see the NHS Student Grants website at www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/students.aspx
Due to the integrated nature of our Medicine degree course, fees are the same in each year of the course (apart from inflation increases). When comparing UEA fees with those of other universities, applicants are advised to consider the total cost over the whole five years of the course.
Please note that tuition fee rates are reviewed annually to take account of inflation increases.
The tuition fees for international students for the academic year 2011/12 are £24,500.
Due to the integrated nature of our MBBS course, fees are the same in each year of the course (apart from inflation increases). When comparing UEA fees with those of other universities, applicants are advised to consider the total cost over the whole five years of the course.
UCAS Apply is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time Undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom. It is made up of different sections that you need to complete. Your application does not have to be completed all at once. The system allows you to leave a section partially completed so you can return to it later and add to or edit any information you have entered. Once your application is complete, it must be sent to UCAS so that they can process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges.
The UCAS code name and number for the University of East Anglia is EANGL E14.
Further Information
If you would like to discuss your individual circumstances with the Admissions Office prior to applying please do contact us:
