Course content

MD4031 (Link Levanger) has the same academic content, learning goals and exam as MDT4030, but the subjects in IIA and IIB being integrated through both semesters

The third year is more clinically focused than the first two years. The semester called IIA includes subjects like: The eye; the ear, nose and throat; neurology and neurosurgery; geriatrics; stroke; infections; physical medicine and rehabilitation; radiology; oncology (cancer medicine). The other semester, called IIB, is more focused on surgery and internal medicine. Subjects in this term: The heart; the vascular system; the blood; the lungs and airways; the digestive system. More pathology, pharmacology and oncology are tought corresponding with the organ systems.

Learning outcome

There are several learning objectives related to the semester subjects. These objectives are available at the "Læringsutbyttedatabasen" at the faculty`s home page.

Learning methods and activities

• Problem-based learning (PBL)
• Lectures
• Seminars
• Team-based learning (TBL)
• Courses / exercises
• Skills Lab
• Clinical service

For compulsory activity, a maximum of 15% unauthorized absence from this course are allowed.

Compulsory assignments

• PBL-sessions
• Mandatory attendance on clinical teaching
• Mandatory attendance on "Interdisciplinary Interaction" or equivalent

Specific conditions

Required previous knowledge

Admission to CMED and successfully completed second year of Medical School (MD4020).

Course materials

Course materiel will be available on Blackboard.

Credit reductions