Faculty of medicine
Faculty of Medicine
The Faculty of Medicine (pronunciation: /ˈfækəlti ɒv ˈmɛdɪsɪn/) is a division within a university that focuses on teaching medicine to students. The term originates from the Latin facultas, meaning "ability" or "power", and medicina, meaning "the art of healing".
History
The first faculties of medicine were established in the Middle Ages, with the first known being the Medical School of Salerno in Italy. These early faculties were often closely tied to religious institutions and focused on a combination of practical training and theoretical knowledge.
Structure
A Faculty of Medicine typically includes several departments, each focusing on a specific area of medicine such as anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, and pathology. These departments are responsible for teaching the various courses that make up the medical curriculum.
Curriculum
The curriculum in a Faculty of Medicine is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to practice medicine. This typically includes a combination of classroom instruction, laboratory work, and clinical rotations. The specific curriculum can vary widely between different faculties and countries, but generally includes subjects such as human anatomy, human physiology, medical microbiology, medical biochemistry, pathology, pharmacology, and clinical medicine.
Admission
Admission to a Faculty of Medicine is typically highly competitive and requires a strong academic record, particularly in the sciences. Many faculties also require applicants to pass an entrance exam, such as the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) in the United States.
Related Terms
- Medical School: An educational institution that teaches medicine.
- Clinical Medicine: The field of medicine that involves the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
- Preclinical Medicine: The study of medicine that precedes clinical training, often focusing on basic sciences such as anatomy and physiology.
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