Keele University Prospectus Undergraduate | 2016 | Page 161

Student support and guidance

There is a dedicated student support service at the School of
Medicine. The team will be pleased to help with a wide range of
issues and support is available on an individual basis at the University
and all major hospital sites. There is a comprehensive network of
pastoral and academic support. This is a vital resource, as you will
be taking much of the responsibility for your own learning during a
challenging course that introduces you to many new experiences.

Teaching and assessment
Our curriculum offers you:

• Integration of basic science and clinical learning throughout
the course

Course type
Medicine MBChB

Entry
requirements
See page 163

Approximate
intake
129

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Key Information

Study abroad
No

• Excellent facilities including state of the art anatomy training
• Early clinical involvement to anchor learning in real practice
• Community and hospital placements across Staffordshire
and Shropshire
• A variety of learning methods including problem-based
learning (PBL)
• Small tutor supported groups
• Substantial student choice to explore personal interests
and career options
• A faculty wide focus on inter-professional learning
• Opportunities to intercalate with a BSc degree or master’s
degree in health related fields
• A strong student support system

Good to know
MedPath is a student-led initiative which is
supported by the School of Medicine and Keele
University. Our aim is to raise aspirations and widen
participation into medicine of local school students.
We provide a variety of activities at schools and
colleges to increase the awareness of medicine
as a career and support students through the
application process. At each event we aim to
provide some underlying science at a relevant
level alongside a skills session such as vital
signs. Activities with the younger age groups are
primarily focused on building an interest in Science
and promoting healthcare.