About Medical Sciences, Bsc (hons) in University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN)

The BSc (Hons) Medical Sciences degree programme is designed to prepare students for further study on professional programmes such as graduate entry Medicine, Dentistry or Physician Associate Studies, Masters or PhD studies, as well as creating opportunities for students to competitively apply for careers in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries or academia.

Taught at our Burnley campus, this is an accelerated two year programme that provides a unique opportunity for you to gain a scientific degree which is embedded within a clinically-focused curriculum. Staff from both scientific and clinical fields will guide you through your journey, developing key transferable skills and enhancing your understanding of the healthcare industry in order to prepare you as a highly competitive candidate for a range of career options.

Based within the School of Medicine, this programme understands what is necessary for competitive entry into professional healthcare programmes such as graduate entry medicine. A high staff to student ratio allows us to provide you with a nurturing environment in which you can grow.

Benefits of an accelerated two year degree

• Become well equipped for further study, graduate entry or postgraduate degrees.
• Graduate a year ahead of your peers.
• Enter professional employment earlier.
• Financial savings – one less year of tuition fees and living costs.
• Teaching takes place over three semesters per year - 46 weeks in total.
• Increased concentration of study shows employers good work ethic and time management.
• Perfect for ambitious, motivated and driven students who can cope with the workload.

• Medicine is 2nd in the North West and in the top 15 of the UK for academic support - National Student Survey 2019.
• Two-year gateway route specifically designed to give you the best chance of entry to graduate entry medicine, dentistry or other health related courses.
• Enjoy access to state-of-the-art facilities such as specialised human anatomy resource centres using much of the same equipment as medicine students.
• Get involved in extra-curricular, voluntary placement opportunities, facilitated by clinical staff.

WHY STUDY THIS COURSE?

During the two year Medical Sciences degree programme, you will learn how the systems of the body, from the cellular level upwards, work together to maintain normal function in health, together with how pathological processes disrupt these systems.

Scientific writing, critical appraisal, analytical skills and presenting work are fundamental themes which span the whole programme. Students will be encouraged to present their work and ideas, fostering the development of confidence and public engagement; key skills sought after by many employers.

For students wishing to undertake graduate entry professional courses, the School of Medicine will provide support in building a student’s application and preparing for interview; an essential asset for any student interested in this career pathway.

Our team of dedicated and experienced staff provide both academic and pastoral guidance which helps students to make a successful transition to the UK higher education system, recognising that students come from very diverse backgrounds.

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

• A ‘gateway’ course to prepare you becoming highly competitive candidates for graduate entry medicine, dentistry, Physician Associate, or other professional programmes.
• A unique course embedded within a medical school, providing a core clinical foundation not offered on many other ‘gateway’ courses. It focuses on both academic achievement and the development of strong student personal profiles, alongside training in clinical and communication skills, required by many professions.
• Extra-curricular voluntary placement opportunities facilitated by staff within the School.
• Taught in small, culturally diverse groups promoting integration, cultural exchange and personal development.

LEARNING ENVIRONMENT AND ASSESSMENT

The School of Medicine has a strong focus on an innovative learning environment using a wide range of cutting edge resources. Teaching and learning is delivered via lectures, tutorials, practical classes, and seminars, creating both self-directed and facilitated learning environments. The School of Medicine understands the need to develop graduates who are familiar with digital technology and so this is embedded within the curriculum. A state-of-the-art 3D virtual dissection table accompanies digital physiology recording kits, together with a contemporary clinical skills suite and a dedicated anatomy resource centre containing detailed anatomical models. Our teaching and research laboratories are also equipped with the latest technologies in molecular genetics, cell biology, microbiology, haematology and many more.

Teaching within the School of Medicine is diverse, with sessions taught by doctors and clinicians, together with science staff. Students are taught in small, culturally diverse groups offering unparalleled access to staff and facilities.

Feedback is regarded as a fundamental element in creating a positive learning experience and is therefore detailed, constructive and timely as part of a student-centred learning environment. This feedback policy works alongside our commitment in listening to the student body so that we are in constant dialogue, ensuring that student opinions are valued and acted upon promptly.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Extra-curricular volunteering or placement opportunities are positively encouraged and staff will help to facilitate and guide students who are committed to achieving their goals.

Your clinically-relevant scientific knowledge alongside your transferable skills will prepare you to become a highly competitive candidate for entry onto graduate entry medicine, dentistry, physician associate and other professional study programmes. Graduates from this programme will also be highly competitive candidates for further postgraduate study at MSc, MPhil and PhD level. With a strong focus on developing independent thinking and analytical skills, students will also be competitive in the workplace sector, especially for jobs within healthcare, clinical and scientific industries.

FACILITIES

The University has invested in state-of-the-art facilities to ensure a high quality student learning experience. One of the many examples of technology-enhanced learning is the use of virtual dissection tables during anatomy sessions. The use of this virtual learning tool dramatically changes the approach of practical anatomy teaching sessions, providing students with a realistic experience of whole body dissection whilst at the same time avoiding many of the disadvantages of conventional methods. Our teaching and research laboratories are also equipped with the latest technologies in molecular genetics, cell biology, physiology, drug formulation development and many other medical science repertoire.

Students graduating from this course will be extremely well placed to apply as a graduate for clinical courses such as medicine, dentistry, physician associate studies, etc or to seek employment in academia or industry using their research skills.

58% from listed boards (The All Indian Senior School Certificate awarded by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), or The Indian School Certificate (ISC) awarded by the Indian Council for School Examinations (ICSE), or a recognised Indian State Education Board, such as the West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra and Karnataka Education Boards
60% from other boards, not listed above
Where a specific subject is required for entry to the degree programme, 58% must be achieved in this subject
Pre-University Certificate, Government of Karnataka can be considered – send to tutor – evidence from Govind included in entry requirements folder
3% margin to be considered by UCLan staff based on reputation of institution, work experience etc

65% in Year 12 English *
Or
65% average grade in Year 11 and Year 12 English provided Year 12 is not below 60%
Or
Standard English language requirements – IELTS 6 or equivalent

University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) Highlights

University of Central Lancashire Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

Preston is officially the cheapest city in the UK for students. The following are the categories of the tuition fee payable by the students.

The total estimated annual cost of attendance for the 2020/2021 academic session is as presented on the table below: