Strand B examines the fundamental physico-chemical principles encountered in human systems. Strand C considers medicine's own perspective on the knowledge base, reasoning methods and organisation of medical practice. Strand D explores the philosophical and ethical issues found in medicine's nature, goals and knowledge. Strand E investigates the functioning of medicine as a social institution. Strand F considers how historical enquiry illuminates medical science and practice, and how literature deals imaginatively with the experience of illness, suffering and disability.
All students undertake a final year project on a topic of special interest.
Computer assisted learning is being developed in specific modules. A unified seminar series underpins the interdisciplinary nature of the scheme, and provides a common focus for students and staff from the contributing disciplines. If you obtain a first or upper-second class degree, you would be well placed to apply for graduate entry to medicine. Additionally, you will be eligible for the normal variety of careers open to arts and social sciences graduates, but with the advantage of an understanding of a range of science subjects. During Level 2 of the scheme, candidates who have both performed to a high standard and demonstrated an interest in medicine as a career will be eligible to apply to be considered by UWCM for a 'conversion' option in Level 3.