Preparation for Practice

A professionally focused module that prepares students for the realities of modern clinical environments. It develops core clinical skills, including patient assessment, communication, infection control, and safe practice. Students explore planetary health and the impact of environmental change on healthcare delivery, alongside the principles of narrative medicine, using patient stories to deepen empathy and clinical understanding. The module also introduces digital health and AI in medicine, examining how emerging technologies support decision‑making, patient monitoring, and service innovation. By integrating professional behaviours, reflective practice, and contemporary healthcare challenges, students build confidence and readiness for clinical placement and future practice.