Bachelor of Medicine (MB) of Surgery (BCh) and of Obstetrics (BAO)
College of Medicine, Nursing, & Health Sciences
Key facts
Entry requirements
GY501 Medicine (6 year)
Minimum Grade HC3 in two subjects and passes in four other subjects at H or O level in the Leaving Certificate including: Irish, English, another language, Mathematics, a laboratory science subject i.e. Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint) or Agricultural Science and any other subject recognised for entry purposes.
Minimum points requirement is 480 points from the same sitting of the Irish Leaving Certificate Examination (Applicants must achieve both the required subjects and the points in the same sitting)
and Aptitude Test: completion of the required Admission Test (HPAT-Ireland)
GY501 Medicine (5years)
In addition to the above requirements a minimum HC3 in two of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physics/Chemistry, and Agricultural Science is required.
Further details is available at EU applicant undergraduate entry to medicine 2012
GY501 Medicine (7 year)
From September 2012 it is intended that students entering the Medical programme will have the opportunity also to engage a PhD degree in an integrated schedule, so that at the end of seven years successfully completed, both the Medical degree and the PhD are conferred.
Students of the Medical programme who are interested will undergo a selection process at the mid-point of their medical studies, which includes an assessment of their academic performance to date and an interview. Limited financial support is provided for the additional two years. The programme and the research themes available remain subject to verification at the time of going to print.
Please contact the Medical School for further details: (medschool@nuigalway.ie)
Additional requirements
Students must satisfy the Garda Vetting and Medical Clearance requirements.
Duration:
6 years or 5 years (if student has Physics, Chemistry and Biology
Next start date: September 2012
Entry points(2011): 728∞ (∞not all on these points were offered places)
A Level Grades (2011): A*A*A & c (AS)∞ (∞not all on these points were offered places)
Average intake: 99
Course overview
This programme is a unitary model that integrates the theoretical and the clinical. The modules emphasize the basic and cognitive sciences, which provide a basis for understanding modern health care. Students also learn clinical and communication skills as well as patient contact. The end of the programme is dedicated to the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for professional practice.
As students gain experience, they assume greater responsibility and undertake clinical placement rotations in a network of affiliated hospitals and general practices in Galway and around the West of Ireland
Course outline
Foundation Year
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Foundations of Medicine
Year 1
- Anatomy
- Biochemistry
- Pharmacology
- Physiology
- Cardiovascular System
- Gastro-intestinal System
- Human Nutrition
- Renal System
- Respiratory System
- Professionalism
Year 2
- Central Nervous System
- Endocrinology
- Genetics
- Molecular Medicine
- Reproduction and Development
- Drugs and Disease
- Health and Disease
- Organ Failure
- Professionalism
Year 3-5
- Clinical Laboratory Sciences:
- Pathology
- Microbiology
- Public Health
- Medicine
- Surgery
- Paediatrics
- Psychiatry
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- General Practice
- Anaesthesia
- Radiology
Further education
Honours graduates can also pursue higher degrees in a wide range of related disciplines:
- Doctor of Medicine, MD
- Master of Surgery, MCh
- Master of Obstetrics, MAO
- PhD
- Postgraduate Diploma and Master of Medical Science (Health Informatics)
- Postgraduate Diploma and Master of Medical Science (Endovascular Surgery)
- Master of Science in Sport and Exercise Physiotherapy
- Master of Science in Sport and Exercise Medicine
- Postgraduate Diploma and Master of Health Sciences
- Master of Science (Regenerative Medicine)
- Master of Science (Medical Physics)
At the conclusion of the programme, the student is conferred with the degrees of Bachelor of Medicine (MB), of Surgery (BCh) and of obstetrics (BAO). After graduation the newly-qualified doctor works in hospitals as an intern for one year prior to obtaining full registration as a licensed medical practitioner.
Find out more
The School of Medicine
Clinical Science Institute, NUI Galway
T 353 (0)91 544 475
F 353 (0)91 494 519
E medschool@nuigalway.ie
www.nuigalway.ie/medicine
CAO code
GY501
Fees for this course
EU (Total): €9,297
- Tuition: €7,073
- Student contribution: €2,000
- Student levy: €224
Non-EU (Total): €31,000
Current Students
Gerard Garrett
First Year Medical Student
"...the faculty members really listen to the students and all the structures in place at NUI Galway School of Medicine are focused to allow us provide the best care to patients when we qualify..."
