BMBS Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery

The Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (BMBS) at Plymouth University is a five-year undergraduate programme that pioneers new ways of learning medicine, emphasising early patient contact and the clinical skills required for continued professional development. The course offers a hands-on, practical approach that puts patients and their experiences with their conditions at the heart of students’ learning.Course Content: The curriculum offers a mix of group study, problem-based learning, practical sessions including dissection and skills workshops, as well as early clinical experience. The early patient contact and clinical skills is a key aspect of this course, giving students the opportunity to integrate the science of medicine with the sensitivity of human health and disease. The course is divided into three phases: Phase 1 The fundamentals of science and medicine, Phase 2 Clinical Clerkships, and Phase 3 Applied Clinical Practice.Key Modules: Some of the key modules include Human Development and Health, Health in Society, Scientific Basis of Medicine, Professional Development, and Clinical Skills and Experience.Accreditations: The BMBS program is accredited by the General Medical Council (GMC). This course also complies with the GMC Outcomes for Graduates, the Quality Assurance Agency subject benchmark statement for Biomedical Sciences, and the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework and Development Review Process.Future Careers: Graduates of the BMBS from Plymouth University have an excellent track record of employment success, pursuing careers in hospitals, health organisations, and general medical practice. Some graduates also choose to continue their studies at a postgraduate level or enter into academic medicine or medical research.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.