MBBS MEDICINE WITH A GATEWAY YEAR

Code BIO-3002A (Credits 20)

The topics covered on the module will give you a basic grounding in biological processes including the fundamental characteristics of living things; basic metabolic processes; an understanding of evolution and knowledge of the levels of biological organisation with some focus given to organ systems. This module also gives you the opportunity to develop key transferable skills which may include lab skills, report writing, assignment preparation, researching and evaluating evidence, giving and responding to presentations.
 

Code MEDA3009A (Credits 20)

The module looks at different aspects of psychosocial health. This means considering individual factors that may contribute to health and illness and how these may interact with the social environment around us to inform how we experience health, wellbeing and illness and how we may respond to diagnoses and treatments. Individual factors may include perceptions, thoughts, feelings, coping strategies and past experience. Specific topic areas will include the Biopsychosocial model, Coping, Social Prescribing, Health Psychology Models, Psychological interventions for psychological impacts of physical illness, Addiction, Individual Issues Affecting Health and Developmental psychology across the lifespan. Medical research and Ethics will be embedded within the module.
 

Code BIO-3001B (Credits 20)

The topics covered will give you a basic grounding in biological processes including the fundamental characteristics of living things; basic metabolic processes; an understanding of evolution and knowledge of the levels of biological organisation with some focus given to organ systems. This module also gives you the opportunity to develop key transferable skills such as lab skills, report writing, assignment preparation, researching and evaluating evidence, giving and responding to presentations.
 

Code MEDB3010B (Credits 20)

This module is one of the key introductory module in the Medicine with a Gateway programme, specifically designed to introduce our A104 students studying at the Norwich Medical School. This module will introduce our Foundation Year students to aspects of Clinical Skills and professional practice that are applicable to medicine. The course intends to give you an opportunity to interact with patients and to learn important clinical skills. It is also designed to provide a context for your theoretical learning so that you can see how your learning about medical and social sciences applies to the care of patients. Time spent in clinical placements will also help you to understand how to take a holistic approach to health care and to build your understanding of the skills need to be professional in your role as a medical student. As is the nature of clinical placements, and especially at this current time the exact learning experiences of each student may not be identical to their peers. However, all students will receive the same broad opportunities to allow them to achieve the learning outcomes of the module, and it is expected that students will take responsibility for making the most of the opportunities provided.

Code MED-3002Y (Credits 40)

This module is part of a 1-year MB BS Gateway course designed to prepare students to join our MB BS 5-year course. The module takes place over the whole year and introduces the students to a range of health related issues that will be more fully explored in the 5-year MB BS course. The module uses a problem based learning approach (Norwich Medical School’s learning method) to explore a new clinical case scenario (e.g. diabetes, asthma, obesity) each week. Students explore these case scenarios in groups of 9-10 students. Importantly, students 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 related to the practice of medicine but you will discover that there is a lot more to Medicine than just the science and you will gain an appreciation of the importance of behavioural and population sciences in healthcare. Students will develop a range of transferable skills but particularly those learning and study skills needed for successful completion of the MBBS programme. Clinical aspects There is no practical clinical aspect to this module, but this module will give you a taster of what being a doctor is all about.

Code MED-3001Y (Credits 0)

All MB BS Gateway students must be confirmed as 'Fit to Practise' by the end of year meeting of the School’s Professionalism Committee. Progression to Year 1 of the MB BS course can only occur once the Professionalism Committee has confirmed a student as being Fit to Practise. If the Professionalism Committee does not believe that a student is Fit to Practise, it will inform the Foundation Year Examination Board and recommend relevant remediation. Further details of Professionalism / Fitness to Practise are available within the 'Professionalism and Fitness to Practise (FtP)' section of the MB BS General Information Blackboard site.

Code MEDA4001Y (Credits 120)

This year long Module combines study of the fundamental clinical sciences necessary as a foundation to study the 5-year MBBS course and is combined with study of musculoskeletal medicine, rheumatology and othopaedics. The sciences covered include clinical anatomy of the musculoskeletal system, biochemistry, physiology, diet and health, genetics, ethics, health economics, law, pathology, psychology, public health, and sociology. Communication skills are also covered.

Code MEDA4002B (Credits 30)
To consolidate and integrate what has been learned in the first year of the MB BS degree programme.

Code MEDA4002Y (Credits 0)

All MB BS students must be confirmed as 'Fit to Practise' by the end of year meeting of the School’s Professionalism Committee. Progression to the next year, or graduation in Year 5, can only occur once the Professionalism Committee has confirmed a student as being Fit to Practise. If the Professionalism Committee does not believe that a student is Fit to Practise, it will inform the relevant Examination Board and recommend relevant remediation. Further details of Professionalism / Fitness to Practise are available within the 'Professionalism and Fitness to Practise (FtP)' section of the MB BS General Information Black Board site.

Code HSCI4001Y (Credits 0)

Interprofessional collaboration & working is proven to improve outcomes in health & social care. In this module you’ll meet and work with others from across healthcare programmes at UEA in a 2 hour learning event. You will explore how teams can work in different scenarios where the focus is on cognitive impairment & communication difficulties across the lifespan. You’ll begin to reflect on your personal and professional development, and begin to explore how you will collaborate & work with other professions to provide integrated person-centred care. In the 2 hour session you will also have the opportunity to become a Dementia Friend. You will be able to follow up this session & learn more about other professional roles by accessing the Interprofessional Role Map on Blackboard. You’ll also have the option to complete a Reflective Workbook to guide your foundational learning on Dementia Awareness & Learning Disability Awareness. You will be assessed on this through a set of multiple choice questions.

Code MEDB6005Y (Credits 30)

This module encompasses Haematology and Dermatology, or more concisely “Blood and Skin”. This is one module covering two specialties. This is divided into weeks with lectures and seminars, during which GP and PBL also take place, with a secondary care placement in Haematology and Dermatology in between. At the end of each week of lectures and seminars there is a clinical relevance session to consolidate that week’s teaching. By the end of the module you should have an understanding of blood disorders, especially anaemia in all its forms. You should also be able to demonstrate knowledge of the most common skin complaints. Students will be able to take a history from a patient presenting with a blood or skin condition and examine the lymph nodes, abdomen and skin systematically. 

Code MEDB6006Y (Credits 30)

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.
 

Code MEDB6007Y (Credits 30)

The Module will encompass Cardiovascular medicine. Teaching structure; Following the typical module outline of the MBBS at Norwich Medical school, students will learn in campus based teaching sessions utilising small group teaching, for example PBL and communications skills with interactive sessions and on line teaching. Students will also be placed in primary and secondary care in General practices in the region and in hospitals; e.g. Norfolk and Norwich Hospital, the James Paget Hospital The overall module learning outcomes are: 1) Explain the basic and social science relevant to diseases of the circulatory system and demonstrate how application of such knowledge can guide the practical management of patients. 2) Demonstrate competent use of consultation skills in dealing with patients presenting with circulatory disorders, particularly with regards to listening and eliciting the relevant history and providing appropriate information and advice. 3) Demonstrate competence in taking a history, performing a clinical examination, and carrying out appropriate investigations and management for the following groups of patients: a. Patient with chest pain, myocardial infarction or angina. b. Patient with shortness of breath, or heart failure. c. Patient with valvular heart disease (which may include valve replacement). d. Patient with a cardiac arrhythmia presenting as palpitations or blackout. e. Adult patient with congenital heart disease, to understand the potential problems f. Patients with shock, collapse or cardiac arrest. The proposed plan for campus based teaching is as follows: Week 1 Chest pain Week 2 Valvular heart disease Weeks 3 Arrhythmias Week 4 Cardiac failure Week 5 Collapse
 

Code MEDB6008Y (Credits 30)

The Module will encompass vascular surgery and stroke medicine. Teaching structure Following the typical module outline of the MBBS at Norwich Medical school, students will learn in campus based teaching sessions utilising small group teaching, for example PBL and communications skills with interactive sessions and on line teaching. Students will also be placed in primary and secondary care in General practices in the region and in hospitals; e.g. Norfolk and Norwich Hospital, the James Paget Hospital and the rehabilitation centre at the Colman Hospital Topics Week 1 Hypertension and cardiovascular risk Week 2 Stroke TIA and rehabilitation Week 3 Acute and chronic limb ischaemia Week 4 Varicose veins and Leg ulcers Week 5 Aortic aneurysms Overall learning outcomes: Explain the basic and social science relevant to diseases of the circulatory system and demonstrate how application of such knowledge can guide the practical management of patients. Demonstrate competent use of consultation skills in dealing with patients presenting with circulatory disorders, particularly with regards to listening and eliciting the relevant history and providing appropriate information and advice. Demonstrate competence in taking a history, performing a clinical examination, and carrying out appropriate investigations and management for the following groups of patients: Students will learn about the following conditions: stroke, transient ischaemic attack, peripheral vascular disease, leg ulcers, varicose veins, abdominal aortic aneurysm and hypertension.

Code MEDB6001B (Credits 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.

Code MEDB6009Y (Credits 0)

All MB BS students must be confirmed as 'Fit to Practise' by the end of year meeting of the School’s Professionalism Committee. Progression to the next year, or graduation in Year 5, can only occur once the Professionalism Committee has confirmed a student as being Fit to Practise. If the Professionalism Committee does not believe that a student is Fit to Practise, it will inform the relevant Examination Board and recommend relevant remediation. Further details of Professionalism / Fitness to Practise are available within the 'Professionalism and Fitness to Practise (FtP)' section of the MB BS General Information Black Board site.

Code MEDC6001Y (Credits 30)

You will learn about digestive diseases in all settings, over all ages. This encompasses both medical and surgical disease of the gastrointestinal tract. In addition improving nutrition in health and diseases will also be explored. During this module you will have opportunity to gain general surgical experience as well as developing your gastroenterological knowledge. You will also have the opportunity to learn about diagnostic and therapeutic investigation including radiological interventions.

Code MEDC6002Y (Credits 30)

The renal system: Renal medicine covers the diagnosis and management of patients with acute and chronic renal disease. Students will need a good understanding of renal physiology, acid base balance, fluid balance and electrolyte regulation. In the UK in 2014 there were 2.6 million people (95% CI: 2.3–3.0) aged 16 years and older are living with CKD stage 3-5 (diagnosed and undiagnosed). This is equal to 6.1% (95% CI: 5.3-7.0%) of the population of this age group. Up to 20% of critically ill patients will experience an episode of acute kidney injury during the course of their illness so it is something students will need to be aware of and act to reduce. Of those admitted to critical care with acute kidney injury, roughly 5% will require renal replacement therapy (haemofiltration or dialysis). In the UK, the annual incidence of end stage renal disease doubled from 1995 -2005 mostly due to an ageing population and an increase in type 2 diabetes. By the end of the module, students will be able to describe the different presentations and causes of acute and chronic renal disease, the diagnostic investigations, management options and prognosis. The urological system: Urology is one of the most varied branches of surgery. It covers diseases of the kidney, bladder and prostate and covers both sexes and all ages. Urology accounts for up to 10% of all GP visits. Twenty percent of acute hospital surgical referrals involve patients with urological problems. Urology is divided in to endourology, oncology, functional urology, andrology, reconstruction and academic urology. By the end of the module, students will be able to list the common urological conditions both benign and malignant and describe common presentation, diagnostic investigations, management and prognosis of each. Benign conditions include lower urinary tract symptoms, urinary tract infections, renal stones, urinary retention, incontinence, erectile dysfunction and embryological anomalies. Malignant conditions include cancer of the kidney, bladder, ureter, urethra, testis and penis. A good working knowledge of embryology of the renal tract is required from the outset to enable students to understand further conditions.

Code MEDC6003Y (Credits 30)

Neurology Neurology deals with diseases of the brain, spinal cord, nerve roots, peripheral nerve and muscle. Neurological symptoms and problems are common in primary and secondary care so a good understanding of neurology is important for most branches of medicine. Historically, neurology had a reputation for being one of the more difficult medical specialties, with comments like “rare,” “intimidating” and “there are no treatments.” We hope to dispel some of these myths during your time with us. During the module you will begin to master a number of skills required for neurology including being able to recognize when a patient has a neurological problem, evaluation of the common neurological presentations, performing a neurological examination and communicating the important aspects of the history and examination to other medical staff. You will also learn the principles of making a neurological diagnosis and how to recognize neurological emergencies and initiate treatment. The teaching will look at the common neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis, as well as the underlying neuroanatomy and physiology. This will include the main motor and sensory pathways, the concept of upper and lower motor neurons and the function of the basal ganglia, cerebellum and cranial nerves, and the effects various conditions have on them. During the primary and secondary care attachments you will have the opportunity to see a range of patients with common, and less common, conditions through structured patient teaching, booked sessions, ward teaching and on call shifts. Please use this time to see as many patients as possible, and practice your history taking, examination and case presentation skills. Ophthalmology Ophthalmology is unique amongst medical specialties. The eye, its surrounding structures and the visual pathway may be affected by a variety of clinical conditions. One of the fundamental properties of the eye is that many of its components are transparent, enabling details of its structure and any abnormalities to be observed directly. Disorders of the eye and visual system commonly cause reduction in vision and one of the major rewards of the profession is to be able to restore or improve sight. There are around two million people in the UK with a sight problem with around one million of these registered, or eligible to be registered as blind or partially sighted. Some people are born with sight problems whilst others inherit an eye condition that deteriorates with age such as retinitis pigmentosa. Others lose their sight as the result of an accident or conditions elsewhere in the body such as diabetes. In the UK, some form of glaucoma affects about two percent of people over the age of 40, and five percent over the age of 75. With screening and regular eye tests the condition can be detected early allowing treatment to reduce further sight loss. Age related eye conditions are the most common cause of sight loss in the UK and eighty percent of people with sight problems are over 65. Their eyesight is affected by conditions such as macular degeneration or cataracts. In recent years, ophthalmology has rapidly incorporated new technologies; developments in optical instruments have improved the clarity and magnification with which the components of the eye can be observed and imaged, and the use of lasers allows procedures that used to require admission to hospital to be performed on an outpatient basis.

Code MEDC6004Y (Credits 30)

The endocrine system Diabetes and Endocrinology itself includes wide variety of conditions. Diabetes is one of the most common diseases in parallel with increasing prevalence of obesity. In addition to their therapy of glycaemic control, focus should also include preventing and management of their cardiovascular risk and microvascular complication. From the Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and Scottish Diabetes Survey (SDS) with estimates from the Diabetes Prevalence Model 2016 (Public Health England) and 2012 APHO Diabetes Prevalence Model, estimates that there are 4.6 million people with diabetes in the UK, of which 90% have Type 2 diabetes. Furthermore, it is believed that there were over 1 million people with undiagnosed Type 2 diabetes. As a result, diabetes is one of the biggest health challenges facing the UK today and the 5th most common cause of death. Left untreated it can cause heart disease, stroke, blindness and renal failure. Almost 1 in 3 people with type 2 diabetes will develop kidney disease and it is the single most common cause of end stage renal failure. The cost of diabetes to the NHS is over £1.5m an hour or 10% of the NHS budget for England and Wales. In total, an estimated £14 billion pounds is spent a year (2016) on treating diabetes and its complications, with the cost of treating complications representing the much higher cost, so it is vital that we, as clinicians, understand this condition and act to prevent the development of diabetes and its devastating complications (Diabetes.org.uk). Endocrinology covers the concept of hormone homeostasis and the clinical management of patients with abnormal endocrine function. Please spend some time to understand physiology of each system, and how individual hormones are controlled and their feedback mechanism. Endocrinology integrates developmental events with proliferation growth, and differentiation within a living organism. physiology of the hypothalamic-pituitary axis and hormones is essential to link together and understand module. By the end of the module, students will be able to understand and manage diabetes and its complication, understand the concept of hormone regulation on growth and metabolism, recognise the common presenting features of hormone overproduction and deficiency and describe specific diagnostic tests and management. ENT ENT deals with all aspects of disease relating to the ear, nose and throat. This specialty evolved due to the close interconnection between these areas in terms of anatomy, physiology and functions and the disease processes that can result. Though primarily a surgical specialty we are also physicians looking after this unique area of a patient. The specialty is subdivided into Otology, Rhinology, Laryngology/Head & Neck and Paediatric ENT. Otology includes hearing loss and balance disorders which are very common and involve a close liaison with Audiology. Rhinology includes nose and sinus problems which affect large numbers of the general population and are a common complaint in primary care. The senses of smell and taste also fall to ENT and disorders of smell, whilst very common, often go unrecognized. Laryngology/Head and Neck surgery covers voice disorders as well as benign and malignant tumours of the head and neck. There are also many paediatric cases which will give you an insight in to the care and management of children that you may not have experienced so far. Like other departments we rely on teamwork and ENT will begin to understand the role of audiologists, audiological scientists, physiotherapists, specialist nurses and speech and language therapists in the provision of care to our patients. The ears, nose and throat together with surrounding structures are frequently involved in both local and systemic disease. Our specialty works closely with the following departments: Maxillo-facial surgery, neurology, neurosurgery, plastic surgery, ophthalmology, oncology, haematology, respiratory medicine and paediatrics to name but a few. In the second year you will have covered some aspects of the specialty (nose and throat conditions) when doing respiration and this will be revisited during your time with us.

Code MEDC6005B (Credits 30)

The integrative period comprises 3 sections. Research protocol Portfolio report SSS (student selected Study) presentation Research protocol: during this part of the course you will write a research protocol aided by lectures and workshops. (This is separate from the clinical audit project in year 4) The assessment marking sheet is provided to students before they start their work to ensure they are aware of the standards of work expected. Portfolio report A portfolio is a journal or a private collection of thoughts and ideas based on personal experiences which you are encouraged to collect during this course. It is an important component of professional development forming the basis for self-directed learning and reflective practice. Developing skills in reflective practice during the course is an important part of a students professional development and will be useful to a future medical career since this is the model used both in the Foundation Programme (Year 1-2 after you have qualified) and the GMC’s Revalidation process. creating a written record of memorable experiences. These experiences may be derived from any part of the course but clinical placements provide a particularly rich source of appropriate material. Students should also write some commentary on the contents of their student held record of assessments and any other feedback received from various sources such as tutors, patients, actors and student colleagues. Student Selected Studies Compulsory Student Selected Studies (SSS) is the part of our course where students develop academic skills such as literature review and critical thinking; presenting and teaching; and developing a clinical or research question. In year 3, students will be asked to choose 4 SSS themes of interest and will be allocated one of the 4. It is our aim to offer the majority of students their first choice topic. They will then be introduced to the tutor for the year. The topics available for the year Anatomy Biochemistry Clinical Biochemistry (yr. 2 and 3), Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Colorectal Surgery, Genetics, Microbiology and Immunology, Nutrition (Includes research option in years 2&3), Pathology, Physiology, Research in clinical, laboratory or population medicine, Epidemiology and Public Health (Includes research option in years 3), Ethics, Health Economics, Law, Medical Education, Psychology Health (Includes research option in years 3), Sociology Health (Includes research option in years 3), At the end of their third year, students of most themes will have to prepare an abstract and a conference-style poster for their SSS. On the assessment days, students will not be giving a formal 10 minute presentation, instead posters will be displayed and each student will give a short oral summary of their poster (for approximately 5 minutes) and will then discuss it with the assessors and the other students. Students studying ethics in year 3 the assessment will be in the form of a 2000 word essay.

Code MEDC6005Y (Credits 0)

All MB BS students must be confirmed as 'Fit to Practise' by the end of year meeting of the School’s Professionalism Committee. Progression to the next year, or graduation in Year 5, can only occur once the Professionalism Committee has confirmed a student as being Fit to Practise. If the Professionalism Committee does not believe that a student is Fit to Practise, it will inform the relevant Examination Board and recommend relevant remediation. Further details of Professionalism / Fitness to Practise are available within the 'Professionalism and Fitness to Practise (FtP)' section of the MB BS General Information Black Board site.

Code MEDD6001Y (Credits 30)

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.

Code MEDD6002Y (Credits 30)

All doctors will come across children and families in their work and it is essential that newly qualified doctors can competently interact with, assess and care for children and young people. In this module 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. There will be a particular focus on the development and application of your clinical reasoning skills in the context of children and young people. This will include the recognition and management of common and important conditions which present in childhood and adolescence; communicating with children, young people and families; and integrating your understanding of basic sciences and pathology into the clinical context of child health.
 

Code MEDD6003Y (Credits 30)

The Mind addresses biological and psycho-social aspects of mental health and illness. It aims to equip students’ with knowledge and clinical skills to recognise mental health problems and identify evidence-based methods for their management. The Mind Module places emphasis on transferable skills and professional attitudes, such as working within a multidisciplinary team, respecting patient individuality and reducing stigma, that are prominent in mental health care but also relate to all other areas of clinical practice.

Code MEDD6004Y (Credits 30)

An introduction to the specialties of Older People’s Medicine, Oncology and Palliative Medicine. Alongside this, the primary care attachment will be used to give the students experience of following and caring for patients over a longer period while based in primary care, providing an authentic experience of general practice. The aim is to gain a more holistic view of patient centred care for chronic long term conditions in the community, for cancer care, health and illness in older people and in end of life care. Consultation Skills and Sociology will be integrated to give the students more insight into the impacts of chronic and endstage diseases and how to manage these as a doctor. This longer module also gives more scope to gain a better understanding of all the different approaches to managing cancer with modern techniques. The students will have a campus-based introductory week, followed by 3 weeks in General Practice and a week in each of Older People’s Medicine, Oncology and Palliative Care. There will be a week’s reflection / review at the end.

Code MEDD6001B (Credits 10)

The main objective of this elective is to provide an additional and more autonomous opportunity for the student to undertake a placement that fits with their own interests and professional development; to do something different; and to take responsibility for the planning and delivery of this experience. During this period, you are expected to engage in self- directed learning, reflect on your professional development, and experience medical practice in a context that is different from that provided by the Norwich Medical School and its teaching hospitals. It can be undertaken anywhere in the world as long as your choice does not incur excessive risk – assessing this is part of the learning process, and the tutors will help you with this aspect. There will be lectures and seminars on how to prepare for an elective, how to stay healthy during the placement, and related topics of global public health and mental resilience. Many students use the elective as a chance to experience medicine in a different setting, often overseas, with all the new cultural and clinical challenges that this involves. Others use it to deepen their understanding of a particular area of knowledge, or to develop new academic and technical skills. The main domains that students can consider are: Clinical – a new speciality, or further in-depth experience of a known speciality but in a different service, geographical or cultural context Research – a placement in an environment with an academic focus – for example, undertaking a community project, an epidemiological survey, or a lab-based study Service development and delivery – an internship or similar attachment to a unit offering management input, educational, strategic or technical development to the health system. Involvement with publishing, community projects, and exchanges can also be considered under this heading. The generic aims are that the elective will assist the student to:- • develop greater ownership of the learning process • challenge and improve your organisational skills, including risk appraisal • facilitate further development of attitudes appropriate to the practice of medicine • broaden your minds and refresh you as you approach the final year of MBBS.

Code MEDD6028B (Credits 20)

The learning objectives are: to assimilate and integrate the learning outcomes from all prior modules and to demonstrate a holistic approach in relation to presentations encountered to date.

Code MEDD6005Y (Credits 0)

All MB BS students must be confirmed as 'Fit to Practise' by the end of year meeting of the School’s Professionalism Committee. Progression to the next year, or graduation in Year 5, can only occur once the Professionalism Committee has confirmed a student as being Fit to Practise. If the Professionalism Committee does not believe that a student is Fit to Practise, it will inform the relevant Examination Board and recommend relevant remediation. Further details of Professionalism / Fitness to Practise are available within the 'Professionalism and Fitness to Practise (FtP)' section of the MB BS General Information Black Board site.

Code MED - 7001Y (Credits 30)

How do we deal with seriously ill patients that need emergency medical care? What are the fundamental ways of managing airways, giving anaesthetics, and delivering critical care? Module 5A is an opportunity for you to apply skills and knowledge developed over the previous 4 years and build upon them in an emergency setting. Though different from the apprenticeship module, you will be taking on some responsibility in helping the team assess and treat patients in a hands-on manner. During placement you will get to experience a variety of environments where emergency medicine is used. From primary care and the A&E department to the intensive care unit and theatres, you will have opportunities to learn from a variety of specialists. The Module will equip you to manage with patients who are seriously ill, and to recognize who and when to seek help from. It will enable you to perform practical procedures and gain other skills that are relevant to the role of a foundation doctor.

Code MED-7002Y (Credits 30)

This is your opportunity to “learn on the job” the FY1/FY2 role. The Module is often called the “apprenticeship” module. It is an important basis for becoming a doctor, and is a chance to start honing your skills for the Finals examinations. The Module is ten weeks in total split into blocks in surgery and medicine. The Module blocks take place either at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, the James Paget Hospital or the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Over those 5 weeks you will be attached to a FY1/FY2 and their team. You will be an integral member of that team, helping with all the duties of a Foundation Year doctor. One of the consultants in the team will be nominated as your supervisor and will be expected to write a short report on your 5 week placement. You will therefore end the Module with two tutor reports: one from medicine and one from surgery. You are not expected to spend all your time with the supervising consultant; in fact that would be counterproductive. The report will be made by the supervising consultant having discussed your aptitude and attendance with the team. Whilst in your placements you will also be attached to a generic Module 5B tutor at your hospital (NNUH, QEH or JPH) who will arrange to meet with you in groups in a classroom setting, to discuss topics covered by the module. There are normally four of these tutorials but more sessions can be arranged locally. These tutorials are compulsory, and your team and supervising consultant realise that you have to attend them. The medicine and surgery attachments are in most specialities, and requests for certain specialities can be made. However, the speciality is of secondary importance to the purpose of the Module, which is to learn the trade of the Foundation Year doctor. We will try to match your placement to your request of speciality and hospital, but for logistic reasons these cannot always be guaranteed.

Code MED-7001B (Credits 20)

Module 5C has been developed to give students the opportunity to explore or further develop an aspect of their future medical career. This may place them in a better position to succeed during their FY1 post or when applying for specialty training. It is six weeks long and will predominantly consist of clinical experience. Students may also spend 50 % of their time in one of the following: • research • management • patient safety and effectiveness. For students needing to resit finals, M5C will consist of a placement at the NNUH/JPUH hospitals together with revision tutorials organised by MED. These students will need to inform their intended placement supervisor that their planned elective will no longer be taking place.

Code MED-7154B (Credits 40)

M13 is emergency medicine, M14 is student assistantship M15 an internal (home elective)

Code MED-7003Y (Credits 0)

All MB BS students must be confirmed as 'Fit to Practise' by the end of year meeting of the School’s Professionalism Committee. Progression to the next year, or graduation in Year 5, can only occur once the Professionalism Committee has confirmed a student as being Fit to Practise. If the Professionalism Committee does not believe that a student is Fit to Practise, it will inform the relevant Examination Board and recommend relevant remediation. Further details of Professionalism / Fitness to Practise are available within the 'Professionalism and Fitness to Practise (FtP)' section of the MB BS General Information Black Board site.