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two great countries, one great degree.
MEDICINE
MBChB-USA
BEGIN YOUR STUDIES IN THE UK,
FINISH WITH CLINICAL TRAINING
IN THE USA
University of Leicester curriculum –
Patient-focussed, underpinned by
excellent bioscience
US embedded medical curriculum
(USMLE)
Exposure to UK National Health Service
Welcome to your next step Low cost of living and guaranteed
Few disciplines are as challenging, Our curriculum has been redesigned Success won’t just come from turning accommodation
fascinating or rewarding as medicine. to meet the needs and challenges of up to your sessions – you’ll need to be
You are privileged to witness some of modern healthcare. This means you’ll dedicated outside the classroom too.
the most joyful and difficult moments have more patient contact, learn from This means preparing for lectures and Discover the UK and Europe
in people’s lives, and you’re constantly leading clinicians and academics, and group work in advance, following up
inspired by new ideas, techniques study in cutting-edge facilities such as on sessions, and completing self-test
and the remarkable people working our new George Davies Centre. material that our team regularly posts
around you. online.
The Shanghai Academic Ranking of
Leicester is where learning
At Leicester, we’re looking for people World Universities lists Leicester Medical As you might have guessed, this is a
from all kinds of backgrounds, but School as one of the top 35 institutions challenging course. It’s also a fantastic
lives. For nearly 100 years, our
who share one important thing globally for Clinical Medicine, due in part and rewarding way of learning what it students have been provided
in common: the passion to be an to our international collaborations and takes to become the best doctor you can with a world-class education
excellent doctor who’ll always put award winning staff. be – for your patients, for yourself and as a living memorial to those
their patients first.
Like a career in medicine, this course is
for the whole healthcare sector. local people who served in
Sound like you? Then we’ll make it our about collaboration. To thrive, you must Professor Philip Baker the First World War, many of
mission to help you become a world- be open to learning from academics, Dean of Medicine whom lost their lives.
class professional with the skills and clinicians and patients. But just as
expertise to practice medicine in the US important will be your willingness to
and make your mark out in the field. learn from your fellow students.
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Why study medicine at Leicester? We embrace the
power of technology
to a National Health Service that’s
unique in the world and ensures every
Having the iPad made the
transition from preclinical to
citizen receives excellent health care.
Not only in how we teach, but also clinical much less daunting as I
Prestigious. International. Exhilarating. There are countless ways to describe what it’s like to study At the same time our US-embedded
in treating patients. Our Clinical curriculum will prepare you for the knew I could take all my notes
medicine at Leicester. But to break it down for you, here are the main reasons to choose us. Skills Unit offers high-tech simulated USMLE; this educational environment on the ward with me. It was
manikins (iStan and SimMan) to help coupled with your hard work will great to have all my notes in
you practice for the real thing. All optimize your opportunity for success
Our facilities We are an internationally You’ll meet patients first-year students receive iPads (to
one place in Phase 1 and it’s
in the US Residency Match Program.
are outstanding recognized world class from the start annotate lectures and group work really useful for looking things
The new £42 million George Davies Centre research institution This means you’ll have clinical attachments during sessions). And you’ll learn how up as you hear them on the
An affordable and
is state-of-the-art. It’s an environmentally from Year 1 and for each year of your new digital applications can be used to ward in Phase 2.
friendly building with the very latest
While we usually let our teaching
studies, and you will be seeing patients improve patient care. conveniently located city
do the talking, it’s worth noting our Charlotte
technology and resources – everything supported by experienced clinicians Leicester is located in the heart of the
medical school ranks highly. In fact
a medical student needs to learn and dedicated both to excellent medical care World class education to UK and very close to major hubs such
succeed. You’ll also be conducting full body we’re rated 6th in the UK in the and medical education. as London, Rome and Paris. The city
Shanghai Academic Ranking of World
optimize US residency
dissections in our new dissecting room has a refreshingly low cost of living - in
equipped with audiovisual support tools at Universities and you will be taught by match success fact the Natwest Student Living Index
every station and a large, dedicated teaching scientists and clinicians working at the You’ll get the kind of quality education 2018 named Leicester as the third most
team facilitating your learning. cutting edge of medical research. we’re known for and be exposed affordable city in the UK.
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Course structure
Medicine MBChB-USA
Our curriculum is divided into two phases.
Contact Details Aims and Outcomes New curriculum. Phase 1 (Years 1 and 2) will be largely based in the George
University of Leicester To be an excellent doctor, you need to know how to meet the challenges of modern Davies Centre. Phase 2 (Years 3 to 5) will be based in the US.
Leicester Medical School healthcare – not just today, but for years to come. Preparing you for this reality is New structure.
George Davies Centre our main aim.
To help you keep up with the YEARS 1 AND 2: LAYING THE FOUNDATIONS
Lancaster Road
At Leicester Medical School, you’ll study for the degrees of MBChB-USA (Bachelor rapid changes in today’s modern
Leicester, LE1 7HA
of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, the UK professional qualification equivalent to healthcare environment your • Early clinical apprenticeship with clinical attachments and development of
www.le.ac.uk/medical-school an MD in the US) through our newly designed curriculum. As the course is patient- teaching and learning is patient clinical skills
www.le.ac.uk/medicine-mbchb-usa focused, you’ll have more opportunities to work with the kind of patients you’ll be centered and based on a whole
• Integrated teaching of molecular and cellular science and systems of the body
treating throughout your career. body approach in which you’ll
For further information regarding
study all the basic scientific • Integrated teaching on infection, pharmacology and therapeutics
admissions please email During your time with us, you’ll develop the clinical competence to become a
disciplines together in a clinical
medadmis@leicester.ac.uk with compassionate, caring and skilled professional. • Social, behavioral and population sciences
context.
MBChB-USA in the subject line.
• USMLE Step One preparation sessions running throughout the two year UK
You’ll learn through a mix of
based program
lectures, small group work and
clinical teaching. We’ll make sure
you cover the essential science
that underpins how the body YEARS 3, 4 AND 5: THE CLINICAL YEARS
works, while at the same learning
• Clinical placements in the US, following the Leicester model of
how things can go wrong.
clinical apprenticeships
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Our teaching methods and facilities The George Davies Centre
The Centre offers a truly state-of-
the-art teaching environment: new
How we teach. is an important part of a career in and skills to clinical problems and
lecture theatres, seminar rooms and
medicine. During the course, you should patient management.
How you learn. consultation rooms, each featuring
be prepared to reflect on your skills and
As we’ve outlined, this course is During the clinical years, you’ll get regular high quality IT gear and the latest
progress, and organize your own self-
patient-focused and designed in such feedback during your placements infrastructure to support iPads and
directed study.
a way that all learning takes place in a teaching technology.
clinical context. Preparation for the USMLE Step 1 and
Assessment Step 2 examinations is integrated into and
The Centre is also a hub for medical
During Phase 1, there’s a balanced research, where our academics team
supported within the course.
mix of lectures, clinical teaching and You’ll be covering a lot of ground in this up to generate new knowledge and
group work. You’ll be solving a range course. But ultimately, everything must research into major chronic diseases
of cases in an environment supported come together in your mind when solving Personal support and patient safety.
by leading academics and clinically clinical problems. The ways we assess You’ll be supported from the moment
qualified staff. and teach will help consolidate your you arrive. We’ll assign you a personal Course outcomes
knowledge and understanding as you
tutor to regularly meet and talk to At the end of the undergraduate
During years 3 to 5, you’ll work with go along.
doctors in the US in a range of clinical about feedback, continuing professional course you will receive your MBChB
During Phase 1, you’ll have plenty of development, or any personal issues you
placements. Each placement comes (MD equivalent) degree.
opportunities to test your learning and might have.
with its own set of outcomes that will
get feedback. We’ll give you feedback on This course is created for US citizens/
define what you should know and be You’ll also have access to our dedicated
the summative assessments you lawful permanent residents, who upon
able to do by graduation.
must pass to get to the next stage, and Pastoral Support Unit. Plus, we offer degree completion will be applying for
The medical profession is always we’ll use a range of techniques to test welfare, study and accessibility support to US Medical Residency Positions, not
evolving, which means lifelong learning how well you’re applying your knowledge any student who needs it. for UK Foundation Programmes.
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We’re powered by great minds Breaking new ground in heart operations
Progress is important to us. That’s why We have been delivering life- changing I chose Leicester because you Improving lives starts with research. And at Leicester, we’re known for working at
we employ some of the best people research for over half a century. the cutting-edge. You feel fully prepared for
get patient contact from year your hospital placements
to lead the charge on new research.
• We discovered genetic fingerprinting one. This keeps me focussed Recently, Andre Ng, Professor of Cardiac Electrophysiology at the University of
Across many areas, we’ve worked on
which revolutionized crime scene Leicester and Consultant Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist at Leicester’s Hospitals, following on from Phase 1.
real-life applications and made a global on what I will be doing
investigations, immigration disputes, used a new system to target critical circuits for heart rhythm disturbance – helping to You are taught by people
impact. throughout my career.
and paternity cases. pinpoint the source of the heart condition. at the forefront of scientific
Jacob
This research drives our world class • Our immunologists are looking for The first heart operations using the new software platform were successfully carried and clinical research.
ranking as well as your studies. It’s alternatives to antibiotics to fight out in Leicester. Professor Ng has been involved in operations using this ground- Mike
what gives our staff the tools to not and kill bacteria by weaponizing breaking technique since November 2015.
only stretch your mind, but also help viruses that can then attack and kill
build your own perspectives. multi-drug resistant bacteria causing
diseases like TB.
Learning at Leicester is a two-way
street. We get to know you. You get to • Researchers at our world renowned
know us. This way, we have a stronger Diabetes and Metabolic Medicine
base on which to support you – every Center have developed new tools that
step of the way. can be used to identify prediabetes.
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Activities and outreach
Giving back LUSUMA – Student Society Giving something back
At Leicester Medical School, we’re LUSUMA stands for Leicester University and mentoring sixth
passionate about making a difference Students’ Union Medical Association.
formers aspiring to
beyond the classroom, surgery or It might be hard to say, but it’s easy
do medicine has been
hospital. With our long history of (and fun) to get involved with. Run by
committing to outreach programs, we’ll and for students, it organizes a huge an incredibly fulfilling
encourage you to get involved too. number of social events, sports clubs, opportunity.
and academic and medical interest Jvalant
To start with, you can sign up to our groups. Plus, it’s where to go if you
Phase 1: Where it all begins
MedReach program. You’ll have the ever need support of any kind.
opportunity to work with school pupils
from backgrounds underrepresented in Find out more at www.lusuma.com
medical schools – helping to promote
A strong clinical basic clinical skills needed for the clinical
in the context of health care. Having
diversity in our profession. Activities
foundation early contact with patients will help you
years, you must pass a formal clinical range from online mentoring for
understand and deal with these issues
During Phase 1, you’ll learn the examination at the end of Phase 1. In prospective Year 12 students, to leading
when you’re out in the field.
essential knowledge and skills that addition, you must pass the USMLE Step interactive workshops for primary
will underpin your clinical practice 1 in order to progress to Phase 2. school kids.
throughout your career. We also have a number of student
Treating people, groups such as Sexpression, Teddy
One of your first steps will be working
with ‘simulated patients’ (trained not just patients Bear’s Hospital and Medsin – all
actors) and other volunteers. These During this course, you’ll learn things working with other groups in Leicester
experiences will help you learn about the human body that people and Leicestershire, including schools,
both the physical examination and outside the healthcare professions colleges, community groups and
professional communication skills may struggle to understand. But it is charitable organizations on key health
you’ll need to progress. essential that you understand how issues.
everyone that you treat, thinks, feels
Before you know it you’ll be learning We’re particularly proud of our close
and reacts to the care that you provide.
from attending physicians, and from relationship with local homeless
examining and talking with patients. In Social and behavioural medicine is charities through our Project Light
order to demonstrate that you have the about looking at the whole person Initiative.
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Be spoilt for choice Map of Europe showing Leicester,
If you’re looking for reasons to choose Leicester, we’ve got plenty. key distances and travelling times
Cheaper living costs Every kind of help
Compared to many cities here and Welfare support, academic assistance,
abroad, Leicester’s living costs are quite or just everyday advice – we’re here for
low. In fact, it’s consistently rated one whatever you need. To give you that
of the most affordable places in the UK. extra boost, we also offer over
£4 million in scholarships and bursaries,
In the heart of the UK as well as access to national and
international scholarships.
Just an hour train ride from London,
and within easy reach of major
airports, Leicester is really accessible. New neighbours
It’s also cycle-friendly and has a top- For your first two years, you’re 2
notch bus service. guaranteed accommodation in student
housing. However, we also offer a
The brightest minds variety of fun and safe living options
for you to choose from.
Learning at Leicester is progressive,
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thoughtful, and research-driven. Our
academics are some of the best in the Something special
world at what they do, and will bring We’re the UK’s only living war memorial
out the best in you too. – a university built by local citizens to
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honour those who served in the First
Local feel, global mind-set World War. Come to Leicester and you
can expect the same respect and warm
People come from all over the world
welcome by our community.
to study at Leicester. In fact, you’ll be
sharing the campus and classrooms
with students from over 110 different 5
countries. Travelling times
6 1 - London, 1hr
2 - Edinburgh, 1hr 10min
3 - Paris, 1hr 20min
4 - Berlin, under 2hr
5 - Barcelona, 2hr 25min
6 - Rome, under 3hr
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Low cost of living A place to call home
Studying abroad is part of this course. For some, the excitement of living in another Living away from home is one thing. Finding the perfect
country will be a major attraction. For others, the idea might seem a little daunting – place is another. At Leicester, we’ll make the transition easy.
especially when it comes to finances. Whether it’s living in halls of residence, sharing a room, or
living in a studio closer to the city, we’ll set you up with a
However, we want to put these doubts to rest. The UK (and Leicester in particular) is situation that suits.
actually very affordable. To give you a better idea, we’ve put together some of the key
living costs and statistics.
Living in halls of residence What’s included?
Item United United Savings New neighbours and new friends. A bed, a free standing closet,
Some of the best memories of student bookcase, desk, and chair. Beyond
Kingdom States life happen in student housing. Here’s that, you can decorate your space
what you can look forward to. however you see fit. As your rent
is all-inclusive, you don’t have to
Our guarantee scheme worry about any hidden extras. Your
accommodation fees include:
Cappuccino (regular) £2.57 ($3.35) £3.05 ($3.98) +18.76 % Study at Leicester and you’re
guaranteed a room in student • All utility bills – with no limits on
Bottle of mineral water £0.88 ($1.15) £1.09 ($1.42) +24.28 % housing. the amounts
Loaf of fresh bread £0.97 ($1.27) £1.97 ($2.57) +102.34 % • Household goods insurance in
Getting you settled most properties. You can apply for
Rice (white), (1kg) £1.29 ($ 1.68) £3.00 ($3.92) +132.98 %
Introductions matter. That’s why we additional cover if you want
Apples (1kg) £1.81 ($2.36) £3.31 ($4.33) +82.89 % have a team of Residential Advisers
• High speed Wi-Fi in all rooms and
Potato (1kg) £1.14 ($1.49) £1.89 ($2.47) +65.97 % to help you feel at home. As current
communal spaces
students, they’re the best people to
Bottle of wine £7.00 ($9.15) £9.18 ($12.00) +31.14 % show you the ropes, help you meet
Taxi 1 hour waiting £20.00 ($26.14) £20.65 ($27.00) +3.27 % new people, and get you involved in
social events.
1 min of prepaid mobile £0.06 £ ($0.08) £0.08 ($0.10) +17.80 %
Internet (unlimited data) pcm £29.01 ($37.93) £46.82 ($61.21) +61.38 %
Apartment (city centre) pcm £708.00 ($925.50) £945.25 ($1,235.63) +33.51 %
Please note that these are estimates based on current prices and subject to change.
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A union for students, Societies and clubs I really like the supportive
by students Whether it’s modern dance, baking, or environment here at Leicester,
Just by going to Leicester, you’re a mountaineering, chances are you’ll find which integrates different
member of the Students’ Union. The new friends with similar interests. If your year groups to build a strong
organization supports over 200 student niche isn’t on the list, you can always
sense of community.
clubs and societies. It also has jobs and create your own – just ask the Students’
volunteering opportunities, as well as Union. Saad
a bunch of great services – including
welfare support and academic advice.
Campus life
Built around you Spaces designed
Small enough to feel at home. Big enough with you in mind
to branch out and experience new things. Wherever you walk around campus, you’ll
Our campus hits the sweet spot. come across cosy nooks, green patches,
Life at Leicester is more than just what and other spaces to meet up with friends,
happens in class. You can join a student take time out, or get ahead on your
group or society, make use of our first- assignments.
rate sporting facilities, cheer along on the While it’s currently having a makeover,
sidelines, or all of the above – it’s up to the Percy Gee Building is a perfect space
you. for coffee and brainstorming sessions. But
Either way, getting involved in campus life when it’s done and dusted, it’ll be even
is worth it. And chances are you’ll make better.
some great memories – and even greater
friends.
18 19A culture of creativity
Just like the city itself, our arts and culture scene is very much alive. From our drama society to the chamber choir, we’re big
on supporting student expression – and even offer a series of music scholarships.
At the Attenborough Arts Centre, you can see and take part in theatre, comedy, contemporary art, live music, dance, and
creative workshops. The Centre also puts on the DeStress Festival – for when exams are getting the better of you.
Fill up at the O2 Academy
Sometimes a night out is all we need. And our very own O2 Academy can satisfy that urge. The venue has hosted some of the
biggest acts in the industry. But if all you want to do is let the limbs fly, there are weekly club nights too.
Healthy body, healthy mind
With two state-of-the-art sports centres, it’s safe to say we’re into fitness. No matter what level
you’re at, there are plenty of ways to make the most of our facilities – even the spa pool. We
also run group fitness classes and have a range of outdoor pitches, courts, and playing fields.
Find out more about membership and packages at www.le.ac.uk/sports-membership
Getting behind A rival for the ages
Team Leicester The colours are in full flow. Bragging
Nothing beats wearing your university’s rights are at stake. And the atmosphere is
colours. Whether you’re barracking from electric. Welcome to Varsity.
the sidelines or taking part in the British Each year, our sports teams take on cross-
Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS), city rivals De Montfort University for the
it’s a proud day when you’re representing coveted trophy. It’s as intense as it is fun,
Team Leicester. and not surprisingly, one of the highlights
More into recreational sports? Get your of the calendar.
coursemates, society friends, or hall- You can find out more at
neighbours together and form a team. www.le.ac.uk/sports
Pit yourself against other students and
compete in a range of intramural leagues
and cups.
20 21Curry – and everything else Coffee. Clubs. Bars. Beyond the bustles
A previous winner of the Curry Capital Like a true student city, Leicester has There’s much more to Leicester than
of Britain, the Indian food in Leicester is plenty of trendy cafes, bars, clubs, and a city center. Just a short trip out and
up there with the best (try Golden Mile a few hidden gems off the beaten track. you’re in open countryside. For the nature
on Belgrave Road). But if this isn’t to your Closer to campus, Queens Road is where enthusiasts Rutland Water offers great
tastes, you’ll also find Turkish, Brazilian, you’ll find some student favourites. cycling, sailing and windsurfing, while
Spanish, Italian, Modern British, and of those in search of history will find their
course, pub grub. answer in the ruins of Bradgate House or
the Battle of Bosworth Field.
Character. Culture. Colour.
This is Leicester For the history Shopping for days
Leicester is a city of smiles. In fact, it’s and culture buffs There’s nothing wrong with a little retail
ranked the second happiest city in the UK. Leicester is packed with museums, art therapy. Leicester has the big brands, the
Beyond this, there’s so much to see, do, galleries, music venues, and art-house local favourites, and the largest outdoor
and experience that you’ll have no trouble cinemas. The list is long and satisfying, covered market in Europe – dating back
falling for it. but here’s our pick of the bunch: to the 13th century.
The city also plays host to a number of • King Richard III Visitor Centre
cultural festivals. The Diwali celebrations
are some the biggest outside of India, and • New Walk Museum and Art Gallery
the Caribbean Carnival and annual comedy
• National Space Centre
festival are too good to be missed. In the Lanes you’ve got all these
• De Montfort Hall
little old boutiques that sell
• Curve vintage clothes and things you
• Showcase De Lux wouldn’t expect to find in your
general high street stores.
• Phoenix Square
22 23University of Leicester
Leicester Medical School
George Davies Centre
Lancaster Road
Leicester, LE1 7HA, UK
t: +44 (0)116 252 2969
e: medadmis@leicester.ac.uk
w: www.le.ac.uk/medicine
w: www.le.ac.uk/medicine-mbchb-usa
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