Clinical Sciences
Gives an opportunity for up to 40 students to enter the MBChB programme at Leeds at Year 1 (from foundation) or Year 2 (from first year) or progress into completing a BSc (Hons).
Foundation Year
Successful completion of the Foundation year will allow you to progress either towards medicine or continue with the degree in Clinical Sciences.
Up to 20 students will progress into Year 1 of Leeds Medical School subject to performance and structured interview according to the following criteria:
• Minimum overall mean mark of 70%
• Minimum overall mean mark of 70% in Chemistry 1 and 2
• All modules must be passed at first attempt
• Personal Tutor will provide a reference for their tutees
• Structured transfer interviews held at Leeds in July assessing non- academic criteria
• Fitness to practice (Medical and CRB checks)
You are also able to apply to Optometry, Pharmacy Biomedical or Forensic Sciences I March/ April via an internal transfer process according to the following criteria:
• Minimum overall mean mark of 70%
• All modules passed at first attempt
• Pharmacy require an A-level in Chemistry
• Optometry require 2 science A- levels
• Successful interview and satisfactory reference from Personal tutor.
Other courses are also available such as; physiotherapy, midwifery etc.
Modules undertaken in Foundation year
Semester 1
Biology 1
10 credits
Chemistry 1
10 credits
Health and Society
20 credits *
Laboratory and Study skills for Clinical sciences
20 credits *
Special Studies
20 credits *
Personal and professional development
20 credits *
* 20 credit modules (double modules) carry on throughout semester 1 and 2.
Semester 2
Biology 2
10 credits
Chemistry 2
10 credits
Within each module you have assignments ranging from lab reports, essays and presentations
BSc Honours Degree in Clinical sciences Year 1
Up to 20 students will progress into Year 1 of Leeds Medical School subject to performance and structured interview according to the following criteria:
• Minimum overall mean mark of 60% with a preferred mark of 65% or better
• All modules passed at first attempt
• Personal tutors will provide a reference for their tutees
• Structured transfer interviews held at Leeds in July to access non- academic criteria
• Successful completion of First Aid at Work certificate in the Summer placement
• Fitness to practice (Medical and CRB checks)
• Will have sat the UKCAT
Modules undertaken
Semester 1
Biological Molecules
10 credits
Cells 1: Structure and Function
10 credits
Cells 2: Cells and Tissues
10 credits
Cardiovascular and Respiratory systems
20 credits*
Special Studies
20 credits*
Personal and Professional development
10 credits
*These two modules carry on throughout semester 1 and 2.
Semester 2
Nutrition and Energy
20 credits
Renal System
10 credits
Individuals and Populations
10 credits
Examinations
Semester 1
Biological Molecules: 1 hour MCQ and EMQ
Cells 1: 1.5 hours MCQ and EMQ
Cells 1 Practical: 0.5 hours
Cells 2: 1 hours MCQ and EMQ
Semester 2
Renal System: 1 hour MCQ and EMQ
Individuals and Population: 1 hour MCQ and EMQ
Nutrition and Energy: 1.5 hours MCQ and EMQ
Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems: 1.5 hours MCQ and EMQ
Within each module you have assignments ranging from lab reports, essays and presentations.
Cardio and N&E modules include anatomy spot tests that take place at Leeds Medical School.
Summer Schools
Each year Clinical Sciences hold 2 residential summer schools for students interested in a career in Medicine. A 3 –day residential for Year 13 students and a week long residential for Year 11 students.
The residential consisted of several workshops including suture etc, a placement at a local hospital and a trip to Bodyworld in Manchester. Also practise interviews with Medical students and Doctors, and workshops including how to write personal statements and how to access ethical issues.
Useful links:
Bradford University
The University of Bradford
Clinical Sciences
Clinical Sciences - Clinical Sciences - University of Bradford
Clinical Sciences at the University of Bradford
Facebook group
Clin Sci! | Facebook
Summer School information
National Summer School in Medicine - Press Release Bradford University
FAQ
What are the entry requirements for Foundation and First year?
Clinical Sciences at the University of Bradford
Is foundation year only for students with non- science A-levels?
No.
Can I apply for both foundation year and first year?
The course codes are different so in theory you can apply to both, however admissions tutors for clinical sciences will access your application and decide whether it be best you be placed in foundation year or first year. So it is wise not to do this and apply for just one.
What mark do I need in foundation year/ first year to progress to Leeds?
A minimum of 70% in foundation year and 60% in first year is required.
Do the top 20 students get a place in Leeds?
No. Everyone who achieves 70% or 60% depending on the year is eligible to transfer to Leeds demanding on interview.
Does Leeds screen applications?
Yes. If there are too many applicants that have the minimum mark, Leeds will screen out candidates before inviting them to interview.
How many students transferred to Leeds this academic year 2008?
16 students from foundation year transferred to Leeds. And all 20 places in first year were filled.
How many students are in each year?
Foundation year had approx 60 students and first year approx 70 this acdemic year.
Can someone other than my personal tutor write my reference?
No. Your personal tutor is the only person that writes your personal statement. You have a tutorial with them every fortnight.
Will I get a chance to meet students from Leeds?
Yes, you will be given the chance to meet students throughout the year. An evening is sit within the year to allow students from both fdn and first year to meet with students that have transferred to Leeds from Bradford and make contacts.
