This is a 12 week clinical placement-based module taken after your final examinations in March and comprises an 8 week clinical elective at a hospital in a...

This is a 12 week clinical placement-based module taken after your final examinations in March and comprises an 8 week clinical elective at a hospital in a country of your choice and a 4 week Student Selected Component (SSC).

The aim of the clinical elective is to

deepen knowledge of subjects relevant to the MBBS curriculum, that are of particular interest to a student, in a different clinical and cultural environment of your choice and the objectives are to: develop organisational skills, and as an independent learner formulate a well thought out self-directed period of study;
 witness the conduct of medical practice, and enhance professional skills, preferably in an environment not already encountered during previous MBBS studies;
 increase clinical experience in an area of particular interest to the student; 
 and to broaden cultural experience in the UK or further afield.                                                                        
The aim of the post-finals SSC is to provide a unique opportunity, free from the pressure of exams, to prepare for your upcoming Foundation post. The Preparation for Practice SSCs on offer in this block focus on preparing you for your role as an FY1 doctor.

They also include opportunities to develop other key professional skills such as audit or quality improvement projects or to develop your understanding of leadership and management in the NHS.

You should seize this opportunity to have a meaningful and interesting experience, free from the worries of exams and with your focus clearly on your future as a young doctor. Most Preparation for Practice SSCs take place in our associated NHS Trusts.

The key aim of the final year is to prepare for entry into the Foundation Year 1 programme that follows immediately on qualification, so professional practice...

This is an 8 week clinical placement-based module taken prior to your final examinations in March and comprising a 4 week placement with a GP Practice and a 4...