BA Medical Humanities (Intercalated degree) at University of Birmingham

Why not step aside from your degree for a year to study an intercalated degree? Combine your medical background with final-year level study outside of science and gain new insights that can change your practice and understanding of people. Modern medicine requires professionals who understand humans as more than just a body or a series of symptoms.

Department: Medicine  |  Duration: 1 Year Full Time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will take 120 credits over the year. 40 credits will be taken up by your research project with 20 credits normally distributed in each term. You will take 20 credits in interdisciplinary study through our in-house masters level module. Modules include Medical Humanities Independent Research Project, The World of Interdisciplinary Research.

Career pathways

Preparation for your career should be one of the first things you think about as you start university. Whether you have a clear idea of where your future aspirations lie or want to consider the broad range of opportunities available, we can help you achieve your goal.

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