Undergraduate Degrees

MBBS Medicine With a Foundation Year ( A104 )

UCAS Course Code:: A104
Duration:: 6 years
Attendance:: Full Time
Award:: Degree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
School of Study:: Norwich Medical School
Brochure:: MB/BS Medicine course brochure (PDF)
Typical A-Level Offer:: BBB excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking

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MB/BS Medical Degree with a Foundation Year (A104) is part of our Widening Access Programme. This means that if your circumstances or educational opportunities have not given you a fair chance to realise your academic potential, this is a potential route into medicine for you. The course focuses on the sciences and introduces you to the study skills required when studying for a medical degree. Once you have successfully completed the foundation year, you'll then start the five year MB/BS Medical Degree.

We welcome applicants from all over the UK, but particularly from the East Anglian region.

This course is not appropriate if you have had the benefit of clear educational opportunities (e.g. education at a private or selective entry high school)

UEA is a fantastic place to study. Since the National Student Satisfaction Survey began, we have been placed in the top ten universities in the UK. 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.

Outcome of the course

To progress to Year 1 of the MBBS Medicine course, Foundation Year students need to obtain 75% overall with 75% in the Medicine module, passing all modules and achieving 120 credits.

At the end of the undergraduate course you will receive your MBBS degree, which is a primary medical qualification (PMQ). Holding a PMQ entitles you to provisional registration with the General Medical Council, subject only to its acceptance that there are no Fitness to Practise concerns that need consideration. Provisionally registered doctors can only practise in approved Foundation Year 1 posts: the law does not allow provisionally registered doctors to undertake any other type of work.

To obtain a Foundation Year 1 post you will need to apply during the final year of your undergraduate course through the UK Foundation Programme Office selection scheme, which allocates these posts to graduates on a competitive basis. So far, all suitably qualified UK graduates have found a place on the Foundation Year 1 programme, but this cannot be guaranteed, for instance if there were to be an increased number of competitive applications from non-UK graduates.

Successful completion of the Foundation Year 1 programme is normally achieved within 12 months and is marked by the award of a Certificate of Experience. You will then be eligible to apply for full registration with the General Medical Council. You need full registration with a licence to practise for unsupervised medical practice in the NHS or private practice in the UK.

Although this information is currently correct, students need to be aware that regulations in this area may change from time to time.

Course Organiser:Dr. John Winpenny

MB/BS Medical Degree Course Brochure

View below or download: MMBS Medicine Brochure 2011-12 (PDF)

Compulsory Study (71 credits)

Students must study the following modules for 71 credits:

Name	Code	Credits
BASIC MATHEMATICS I	MTH-0B91	15
Taught by lectures and seminars to bring students from Maths GCSE up to A-level standard. The module covers functions, polynomials, quadratics, trigonometry and differential calculus.
FITNESS TO PRACTICE - YEAR 0	MED-0FPY	1

FURTHER BIOLOGY	CHE-0B02	20
A module in biology intended to take students to A-level standard. The module involves laboratory work.
INTRODUCTION TO ISSUES IN HEALTHCARE	MED-0IHY	35
Academic aspects This module is part of a 1-year MBBS Foundation course designed to prepare students to join our MBBS 5-year course. The module takes place in the second semester and introduces the students to a range of health related issues that will be more fully explored in the 5-year MBBS course. The 12-week course uses a problem based learning approach (UEA Medical School’s learning method) to explore a new clinical case scenario (e.g. diabetes, asthma, head injury) each week. Students explore these case scenarios in groups of 8-10 students. Importantly, you will learn how to work effectively within a team and develop communication skills. The course will also allow students to develop a broad and balanced foundation of scientific knowledge but you will discover that there is a lot more to Medicine than just the science. Learning these skills is an excellent preparation for the anticipated 5-years of the MBBS course. Clinical aspects There is no practical clinical aspect to this module; however, a shadowing programme runs along side the module that gives students the opportunity to shadow clinicians in our local hospitals. This will give you a taster of what being a doctor is all about. Unique & Exciting Aspects This module is part of a Foundation course for entry to medicine. It is primarily intended for students linked to Aim Higher or Higher Education outreach schemes. It is part of UEA’s strategy to widen access to medicine and as such the module has a strong mentoring theme throughout. It offers a unique opportunity for students who demonstrate potential to develop a career in the medical profession.
INTRODUCTORY BIOLOGY	CHE-0B31	15
A first module in biology for students who do not have an A-level in this subject. The module involves laboratory work.
INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY	CHE-0C31	15
A first module in Chemistry which is suited to students with no prior experience in the subject up to those who have studied the subject at GCSE or A Level, aimed at developing understanding of key basic concepts in the subject. Includes material up to and including AS Level. The module includes laboratory work. Reserved for students on the Science or Medicine Foundation Year programmes.

Option B Study (20 credits)

Students will select 20 credits from the following modules:

Name	Code	Credits
BASIC MATHEMATICS II	MTH-0B92	20
Brings students up to the standard needed to take first year Mathematics degree courses. The module covers trigonometric functions, integral calculus, complex numbers, vectors.
FURTHER CHEMISTRY	CHE-0C02	20
A second semester module in Chemistry for Foundation Year students who have passed CHE-0C31. The module is intended to develop student knowledge and understanding of the subject up to A2 standard. The module involves laboratory work.

Compulsory Study (151 credits)

Students must study the following modules for 151 credits:

Name	Code	Credits
FITNESS TO PRACTICE - YEAR 1	MED-1FPY	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 recorded
INTEGRATIVE PERIOD YEAR 1	MED-1B02	30
To consolidate and integrate what has been learned in the first year of the MB/BS degree programme.
LOCOMOTION	MED-1A02	60
You will examine the underlying science behind the system, as a basis for exploring the examination, diagnosis and treatment of patients with locomotory impairments.
THE HUMAN LIFECYCLE - A HOLISTIC APPROACH	MED-1AL1	60
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.

Compulsory Study (151 credits)

Students must study the following modules for 151 credits:

Name	Code	Credits
BLOOD AND SKIN	MED-3B3Y	40
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.
CIRCULATION	MED-3B4Y	40
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.
FITNESS TO PRACTICE - YEAR 2	MED-2FPY	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 recorded
INTEGRATIVE PERIOD YEAR 2	MED-3B04	30
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.
RESPIRATION	MED-3B5Y	40
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.

Compulsory Study (151 credits)

Students must study the following modules for 151 credits:

Name	Code	Credits
DIGESTION/NUTRITION	MED-3C8Y	40
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.
FITNESS TO PRACTICE - YEAR 3	MED-3FPY	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 recorded
HOMEOSTATIS AND HORMONES	MED-3C6Y	40
You will study the concept of hormone regulation on growth and metabolism and recognise features of hormone overproduction and deficiency and their management.
INTEGRATIVE PERIOD YEAR 3	MED-3C06	30
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.
THE SENSES	MED-3C7Y	40
You’ll examine three linked but separate specialities: neurology, ophthalmology and ear, nose & throat (ENT). These specialities are all centred round the physiological receptors and processes that allow us to sense the environment in which we live.

Compulsory Study (151 credits)

Students must study the following modules for 151 credits:

Name	Code	Credits
ELECTIVE	MED-3DE8	20
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.
FITNESS TO PRACTICE - YEAR 4	MED-4FPY	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 recorded
GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT	MED-3D0Y	50
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.
INTEGRATIVE PERIOD YEAR 4	MED-3DI8	30
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.
REPRODUCTION	MED-3D9Y	50
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.

Compulsory Study (111 credits)

Students must study the following modules for 111 credits:

Name	Code	Credits
EMERGENCY CARE	MED-3EEY	30

FINAL INTEGRATIVE PERIOD	MED-3E10	20

FITNESS TO PRACTICE - YEAR 5	MED-5FPY	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 recorded
PREPARATION FOR F1	MED-3EPY	30

THE MIND	MED-3EMY	30

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.

Entry Requirements

A Level:: BBB excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking
International Baccalaureate:: 31 points
Scottish Highers:: BBBBB
Scottish Advanced Highers:: BBB

Entry Requirement

For September 2013 entry

This Widening Participation programme is only available to UK applicants who are currently studying or have recently completed A levels and who also fulfil our Widening Access , Personal and Social Criteria.

We do not accept applications from A level resit candidates, Graduates, Access to Higher Education Programmes, Pre Med Programmes, Foundation Degrees, Foundation Years, Nursing Diplomas, International or EU candidates.

GCSE Requirements

Applicants must have a minimum of six GCSEs at Grade B or above including English Language, Mathematics and a Single Science subject (Biology, Chemistry or Physics) or grades BB in GCSE Science Double Award. GCSE Short courses are not accepted.

Students for whom English is a Foreign language

We welcome applications from students from all academic backgrounds. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading). Recognised English Language qualifications include:

IELTS: 7.5 overall (minimum 7.5 in any component)
TOEFL: Internet-based score of 108 overall (minimum 23 in Listening and Writing components, 24 in Reading and Speaking components)
PTE: 76 overall (minimum 76 in any component).

If you do not meet the University's entry requirements, our INTO Language Learning Centre offers a range of university preparation courses to help you develop the high level of academic and English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study.

Interviews

Interviews usually take place in March. We email applicants directly who have been invited to interview.

Special Entry Requirements

ALL applicants need to take the UKCAT Medical Admissions Test prior to submitting their application: see www.ukcat.ac.uk for full details.

Contextual Criteria

Applicants must also meet one of the following three criteria:

Your household income is less than £30,000 per year excluding Government benefits. (proof will be requested)
You have been in Local Authority Care.
Your Secondary School (GCSE level education) had 60% or less students achieving 5+ grade A*-C GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths in 2011 - Data from Department of Education website: www.education.gov.uk/schools/performance/

Local applicants (East Anglia) and those whose parents (legal guardians) have no Higher Education qualifications (in UK or abroad) will be given particular consideration.

If you are an applicant who meets the Academic Criteria for the course you will be emailed directly. You will be asked to complete and return, by post, this form with accompanying evidence (where appropriate).
Download the form here

Intakes

September.

Alternative Qualifications

BTEC National Diploma (18 Unit) - Distinction, Distinction, Merit

Bursary Information

To see if you are eligible for a UKCAT Bursary and how to apply for this, please go to www.ukcat.ac.uk/registration/bursaries/

See our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Fees and Funding

Course fees for the academic year 2012/13 will be £9,000.
Students may be eligible for UEA bursaries and scholarships.

Further information about funding for Medical students may be found at:

https://www.uea.ac.uk/sixthform/2012+Fees/Health+related+courses

Additional information is available from: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/students

How to Apply

Applications need to be made via the Universities Colleges and Admissions Services (UCAS), using the UCAS Apply option.

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.

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