Course content

In the first semester, the students should learn most of the necessary biochemistry and cell biology. This semester is also an introduction to medical terminology related to both basal and clinical topics. The students have seminars and lectures on medical ethics. There are trainings in communication between health personnel and patients.

The second semester starts with anatomy courses where the local motor system is central (musculoskeletal system). This semester also includes the functions of three main organ systems: The heart, the lungs and the digestive system. The students get lectures about some common diseases, and there are clinical examination courses which correspond to the main topics of the semester.

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 (basal and clinical)
• Courses
• Seminars
• Clinical examination and communication courses
• Visits to general practitioners

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

Compulsory assignments

• Mandatory PBL-meetings
• Doctor/patient-course

Specific conditions

Required previous knowledge

Admission to the study program in medicine (CMED)

Course materials

Course materiel will be available on Blackboard.

Credit reductions