AL 34001 - Medical Practice and Policy in the United Kingdom

Institution:

University of Notre Dame

Subject:

Arts and Letters (Non-dept.)

Description:

Taught in London Program. This course introduces American premedical students to the structure of socialized medicine in Britain and the public welfare system of which it forms a part. The course begins with a brief history of the National Health Service and a description of the principles underpinning the system. The course then explores medical education in Britain and the various career structures available to British medical doctors. Special attention is paid to the reforms currently being introduced to medical education, and the reasons for these changes. The course ends with an examination of the challenges facing the NHS.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.nd.edu

Phone Number:

(574) 631-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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