Aimed at medical, dentistry, and veterinary science students, intercalation supplements your degree and is a great way to explore a new subject area, enhance your employability, and broaden your perspective. On this one-year, intercalation course, you’ll learn to think constructively about the ethical aspects of your current training and explore how this might impact your future career.

You'll explore the complex ethical dilemmas arising from working in medicine and healthcare, and gain the skills you need to respond quickly and effectively. You'll study a range of issues including consent, responsibility, abortion, euthanasia, patient rights, and genetic enhancement. You'll also learn alongside non-intercalation students including professionals in a range of fields, allowing you to benefit from their insights and experiences.

If you're looking to gain a more advanced qualification, this course is also available as a Masters degree. Both courses have the same taught content, however Masters course students also complete an independent research dissertation.

Learning and teaching

You'll gain a solid knowledge base through lectures and develop your understanding by discussing the course content in small group seminars with your fellow intercalation students. You'll also expand on what you learn through independent study, enhancing your research skills and exploring your particular areas of interest.

On this course, you’ll be taught by our expert academics, from lecturers through to professors. You may also be taught by industry professionals with years of experience, as well as trained postgraduate researchers, connecting you to some of the brightest minds on campus.