Overview
Combining traditional teaching with hands-on practice and simulation, the Surgical Skills and Science programme from Queen Mary University of London aims to deliver comprehensive training on basic surgical skills, as well as introduce fundamental research methodology. Experienced and approachable instructors will allow participants to learn and practise in a safe and friendly environment. The on-site laparoscopic surgery training facilities will provide a unique immersive experience into simulation-based learning, ranging from 3D trainer boxes to the use of virtual reality. To ensure a genuine hands-on experience, animal tissue will be used to enhance the participants’ experience and consolidate their learning.
Course aims
To deliver comprehensive training on basic surgical skills, as well as introduce fundamental research methodology.
Programme Structure
Academic content- Understand and explain the discipline and principles guiding surgery
- Understand and demonstrate basic surgical techniques
- Understand and demonstrate laparoscopic surgical techniques
- Understand and explain non-surgical aspects of surgical procedures
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 22 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Medicine Health Administration Health Sciences View 587 other Short Courses in Health Sciences in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
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Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
No prior knowledge of surgery or surgical skills is required.
We welcome Summer School students from around the world. We accept a range of qualifications:
- if your home institution uses the four-point Grade Point Average (GPA) scale, we usually require a 3.0 GPA
- if your home institution uses the letter scale, you will need to have a B+
Tuition Fee
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International
2415 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2415 GBP for the full programme during 22 days. -
National
2415 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2415 GBP for the full programme during 22 days.
If you choose to study for 2 sessions you automatically receive a tuition fee discount
- One Session £2415
- Both Sessions £4588
Living costs for London
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.