Gateway to Medical Studies Programme
Introduction to the Gateway to Medical Studies Programme
The Undergraduate Medical School at the University of Glasgow (UofG) is committed to the development and retention of a community of medical students reflective of the wider society, which they will eventually serve.
Through the Gateway to Medical Studies programme we will offer a proposed expansion and enhancement of these activities which will draw upon our extensive experience to deliver a bespoke pre-medical programme that provides the necessary skills in basic science, communication and professionalism together with immersive experiential opportunity in a clinical context. Our programme has been designed to realise in full the Scottish Government’s (SG) vision of equitable access to medical school.
Aims of the Gateway to Medical Studies Programme
- To equip students with the fundamental knowledge in science and competence in the relevant methods of scientific investigation.
- To provide students with a basic introduction to the study of Medicine.
- To introduce students to the use of virtual learning environments, on-line scientific research, word processing and presentation skills.
- To develop transferable, intellectual, interpersonal and practical skills which may be of advantage for further study or in a wide range of employment.
- To develop in students the flexibility to adapt to change throughout their working lives.