Exciting times for UQ medicine

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Student places at the new UQ Ipswich medical school are expected to be in demand due to the boutique nature of the educational experience, Head of the School of Medicine, Professor David Wilkinson said.

The UQ medical degree is now also offered at the Ipswich campus

The Ipswich medical school was launched by Her Excellency Dr Penelope Wensley AO, in conjunction with the celebration of the 10th anniversary of the UQ Ipswich campus.

Professor Wilkinson said positive feedback being received from current students was an indication that the Ipswich study option would be in demand.

“What has been created and will be maintained is a boutique medical education experience,” he said.

Research had shown that medical students who experienced clinical practice in a rural or regional setting were more likely to remain working in those areas after graduation, so the new teaching node would also helpalleviate the national doctor shortage.

“Students will also benefit from the establishment of a GP Super Clinic on campus, which will offer increased opportunities for clinical experience,” Professor Wilkinson said.

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