Faculty of Medicine
Code | Course | Programme | Type | SDGs | How the course addresses sustainability and the SDGs |
MED101-1 | Adolescent health | Phase I | Compulsory | 3, 5 | The course addresses adolescent health promotion, disease prevention, healthy behaviours, reproductive health and health inequalities. |
MED101-2 | AI in Medicine | Phase I | Compulsory | 3, 4, 9 | Introduces the application of artificial intelligence and digital technologies in medicine, supporting data-driven healthcare, clinical decision-making, and technological innovation. |
MED101-3 | Anatomy | Phase I | Compulsory | 3 | Provides fundamental knowledge of human anatomy that supports understanding of normal body structure, disease processes, diagnosis, and clinical practice. |
MED101-4 | Basic Professional Skills and Communication Skills | Phase I | Compulsory | 3, 4 | The course develops professional communication, interpersonal, and patient-centered care skills essential for effective healthcare delivery. |
MED101-5 | Behavioral sciences | Phase I | Compulsory | 3 | Examines behavioural and psychosocial factors influencing health, illness, coping and health-related behaviour. |
MED101-6 | Biophysics | Phase I | Compulsory | 3 | Supporting scientific and technological competencies required for effective diagnosis, monitoring, and healthcare practice. |
MED101-7 | Biostatistics and Medical Informatics | Phase I | Compulsory | 3, 4 | Develops fundamental skills in statistical reasoning, data analysis, and medical information management. |
MED101-8 | Evidence-Based Medicine | Phase I | Compulsory | 3, 4, 17 | Students ability to critically evaluate scientific evidence and apply reliable research findings to healthcare decision-making. |
MED101-9 | Histology | Phase I | Compulsory | 3 | Knowledge of the microscopic structure of tissues and organs and establishes a scientific basis for understanding normal and pathological processes. |
MED101-10 | History of Medicine and Ethics | Phase I | Compulsory | 3, 4, 10 | The historical development of medicine and the ethical principles guiding healthcare practice. |
MED101-11 | Introduction to Clinical Practice | Phase I | Compulsory | 3, 17 | Clinical environments, patient care, professional responsibilities, and healthcare teamwork. |
MED101-12 | Medical Biochemistry | Phase I | Compulsory | 3, 9 | The course provides fundamental biochemical knowledge underlying human health, metabolism, and disease. |
MED101-13 | Medical Biology | Phase I | Compulsory | 3 | Providing the scientific foundation required for understanding disease mechanisms, prevention, diagnosis, and healthcare practice. |
MED101-14 | Medical Physics | Phase I | Compulsory | 3 | Supporting the effective and safe use of technology in healthcare. |
MED101-15 | Microbiology | Phase I | Compulsory | 3 | Knowledge of microorganisms, infectious diseases, transmission mechanisms, prevention, and infection control. |
MED101-16 | Occupational Health and Safety | Phase I | Compulsory | 3, 12, 13 | The course covers workplace hazards, occupational risks, prevention strategies, and developing safe and healthy work environments. |
MED101-17 | Physiology | Phase I | Compulsory | 3 | Establishing the scientific foundation needed for disease recognition, prevention, diagnosis, and effective healthcare practice. |
MED101-18 | Public Health and Social Medicine | Phase I | Compulsory | 3, 10, 12, 13, 17 | The course addresses population health, disease prevention, health inequalities, social determinants of health, environmental health, and community-based healthcare. |
MED123 | Introduction to Traditional, Complementary and Functional Medicine | Phase I | Elective | 3 | Traditional, complementary and functional approaches to health and well-being, and encourages consideration of different approaches to health promotion and patient care. |
MED201-1 | Anatomy | Phase II | Compulsory | 3 | Provides fundamental knowledge of human anatomy that supports understanding of normal body structure, disease processes, diagnosis, and clinical practice. |
MED201-2 | Biophysics | Phase II | Compulsory | 3 | Supporting scientific and technological competencies required for effective diagnosis, monitoring, and healthcare practice. |
MED201-3 | Histology and Embryology | Phase II | Compulsory | 3 | Understanding of normal development, congenital conditions, and pathological changes relevant to healthcare practice. |
MED201-4 | Introduction to Clinical Practice | Phase II | Compulsory | 3 | Preparing students for safe, effective and patient-centered healthcare practice. |
MED201-5 | Medical Biochemistry | Phase II | Compulsory | 3, 9 | The course provides fundamental biochemical knowledge underlying human health, metabolism, and disease. |
MED201-6 | Medical Microbiology | Phase II | Compulsory | 3, 9 | Examines microorganisms, infectious diseases, diagnostic methods, and infection-control principles. |
MED201-7 | Occupational Health and Safety | Phase II | Compulsory | 3, 10 | Awareness of occupational hazards, workplace health, risk prevention and safe working conditions. |
MED201-8 | Physiology | Phase II | Compulsory | 3 | Establishing the scientific foundation needed for disease recognition, prevention, diagnosis, and effective healthcare practice. |
MED220 | Introduction to Evolutionary Medicine I | Phase II | Elective | 3 | Encouraging a broader scientific understanding of disease prevention and human health. |
MED222 | Regenerative Medicine I | Phase II | Elective | 3, 9 | Regenerative medicine and emerging approaches for tissue repair and restoration of biological function. |
MED223 | Regenerative Medicine II | Phase II | Elective | 3, 9 | Advanced understanding of regenerative medicine approaches and their potential clinical applications. |
MED224 | Emergency Medicine and Emergency Patient Care | Phase II | Elective | 3, 12, 13 | The course develops knowledge and skills for timely assessment, stabilization and management of patients requiring emergency care. |
MED225 | Introduction to Medical Semiology | Phase II | Elective | 3 | The systematic identification and interpretation of clinical signs and symptoms. |
MED301-1 | Biostatistics and Medical Informatics | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | Develops fundamental skills in statistical reasoning, data analysis, and medical information management. |
MED301-2 | Cardiology | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | Strengthening competencies in the prevention, early detection, and clinical management of cardiovascular conditions. |
MED301-3 | Cardiovascular Surgery | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | This is achieved by developing the competencies required for safe surgical care and treatment and for improving cardiovascular health outcomes. |
MED301-4 | Chest Diseases | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | Strengthening knowledge and skills related to respiratory health, disease prevention, and patient care. |
MED301-5 | Child and Adolescent Mental Health and Diseases | Phase III | Compulsory | 3, 5 | Through prevention, early detection, and equitable, gender-sensitive healthcare for young people. |
MED301-6 | Ear, Nose and Throat Diseases | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | The course develops knowledge of diseases affecting the ear, nose and throat and their clinical assessment and management. |
MED301-7 | Forensic Medicine | Phase III | Compulsory | 3, 10 | The course covers injury, death, violence, and forensic assessment, emphasizing professional and ethical responsibilities. |
MED301-8 | General Surgery | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | Develops knowledge and clinical understanding of common surgical conditions, assessment, and management. |
MED301-9 | Health Communication | Phase III | Compulsory | 3, 4, 10, 17 | Contributes to patient-centered care, professional learning, inclusive communication, and healthcare collaboration. |
MED301-10 | History of Medicine and Ethics | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | The historical development of medicine and the ethical principles that are relevant to contemporary healthcare. |
MED301-11 | Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | Addresses infectious diseases, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and infection control. |
MED301-12 | Internal Medicine | Phase III | Compulsory | 3, | Supports disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management. |
MED301-13 | Introduction to Clinical Practice | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | Strengthens clinical reasoning, patient assessment, and professional practice skills while supporting safe, effective, and patient-centred healthcare. |
MED301-14 | Medical Biochemistry | Phase III | Compulsory | 3, 9 | Supports an understanding of disease mechanisms through biomedical science, laboratory diagnostics and healthcare innovation. |
MED301-15 | Medical Genetics | Phase III | Compulsory | 3, 9 | Supports understanding, diagnosis, and management of genetic conditions through biomedical research and advances in genetic and diagnostic technologies. |
MED301-16 | Medical Microbiology | Phase III | Compulsory | 3, 9 | Develops an advanced understanding of microorganisms, infectious diseases, laboratory diagnosis and infection control. |
MED301-17 | Medical Pathology | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | Examines disease mechanisms and morphological changes to support diagnosis and clinical decision-making. |
MED301-18 | Medical Pharmacology | Phase III | Compulsory | 3, 9 | Examines the actions, therapeutic uses, safety, and clinical applications of medicines, supporting rational and safe pharmacological treatment and advances in drug development and healthcare. |
MED301-19 | Neurology | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | The course covers neurological diseases, clinical assessment, diagnosis, and management, and aims to strengthen competencies in prevention, treatment, and long-term care. |
MED301-20 | Neurosurgery | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | Addresses surgical conditions of the nervous system and their clinical management, developing competencies in diagnosis, surgical treatment, and patient care. |
MED301-21 | Obstetrics and Gynecology | Phase III | Compulsory | 3, 5 | Covers reproductive, maternal, and gynecological health across the lifespan, promoting maternal and reproductive care, women’s health, and equitable access to healthcare. |
MED301-22 | Ophthalmology | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | It provides information on eye diseases, vision disorders, diagnosis, and treatment. It helps prevent conditions that affect vision and quality of life through early diagnosis and treatment. |
MED301-23 | Orthopedics and Traumatology | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | Addresses musculoskeletal diseases, injuries, trauma, and clinical management, supporting prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation. |
MED301-24 | Pediatric Surgery | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | Focuses on surgical conditions in infants, children, and adolescents, with emphasis on safe and appropriate pediatric surgical care. |
MED301-25 | Pediatrics | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | Explores health, development, and diseases during childhood and adolescence, highlighting health promotion, disease prevention, early diagnosis, and appropriate management of pediatric conditions. |
MED301-26 | Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | The focus is on physical rehabilitation and functional recovery, as well as improving mobility and quality of life. The aim is to promote functional independence and long-term health and well-being. |
MED301-27 | Psychiatry | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | Provides insight into mental disorders, assessment, treatment, and psychosocial aspects of mental health, emphasizing prevention, early recognition, and long-term management. |
MED301-28 | Thoracic Surgery | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | Emphasizes the diagnosis, treatment, and safe surgical care of patients with thoracic conditions. |
MED301-29 | Urology | Phase III | Compulsory | 3 | Introduces diseases of the urinary and male reproductive systems, emphasizing diagnosis, prevention, and appropriate treatment of urological conditions. |
MED401 | Internal Medicine | Phase IV | Compulsory | 3 | Builds clinical competence in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of internal diseases, promoting comprehensive, evidence-informed, and patient-centred healthcare. |
MED402 | Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology | Phase IV | Compulsory | 3 | Strengthens clinical competencies in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases, with emphasis on infection control and population health protection. |
MED403 | Pediatrics | Phase IV | Compulsory | 3 | Develops clinical skills in assessing and managing health conditions affecting children and adolescents, with emphasis on prevention, early diagnosis, appropriate treatment, and child health and well-being. |
MED404 | General Surgery | Phase IV | Compulsory | 3 | Emphasizes the assessment and surgical management of pediatric conditions, promoting safe, specialized, and patient-centered care for children. |
MED405 | Pediatric Surgery | Phase IV | Compulsory | 3 | Develops clinical competencies in pediatric surgical assessment and management, emphasizing safe, specialized, and patient-centered care. |
MED406 | Gynecology and Obstetrics | Phase IV | Compulsory | 3 | Offers clinical training in reproductive, maternal, and gynecological health, emphasizing prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and continuity of care. |
MED407 | Urology | Phase IV | Compulsory | 3 | Builds clinical knowledge and skills in urinary and male reproductive disorders, emphasizing prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of urological conditions. |
MED408 | Radiology & Nuclear Medicine | Phase IV | Compulsory | 3 | Applies imaging and nuclear medicine techniques to support accurate diagnosis, early detection, and evidence-informed patient management. |
MED501 | Forensic Medicine | Phase V | Compulsory | 3, 10 | Develops an advanced understanding of injury, death, and medico-legal conditions, emphasizing appropriate medical assessment, professional practice, and equitable medico-legal processes. |
MED502 | Anesthesiology and Reanimation | Phase V | Compulsory | 3 | Develops competencies in anesthesia, perioperative care, pain management, and resuscitation, promoting patient safety and effective emergency care. |
MED503 | Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation | Phase V | Compulsory | 3 | Promotes rehabilitation, functional recovery, and disability management to support independence, quality of life, and long-term well-being. |
MED504 | Ophthalmology | Phase V | Compulsory | 3 | Advances clinical competencies in preventing, diagnosing, and managing eye diseases and visual disorders, supporting early detection, treatment, and preservation of vision and quality of life. |
MED505 | Public Health | Phase V | Compulsory | 3 | Promotes understanding of population health, health promotion, disease prevention, epidemiology, and public health interventions, supporting preventive healthcare at individual and population levels. |
MED506 | ENT | Phase V | Compulsory | 3 | Covers ear, nose, and throat diseases, emphasizing prevention, early recognition, treatment, and rehabilitation to preserve hearing, communication, and respiratory function. |
MED507 | Neurology | Phase V | Compulsory | 3 | Explores neurological diseases, diagnosis, treatment, and patient management, emphasizing early recognition, appropriate treatment, and long-term care. |
MED508 | Orthopedics and Traumatology | Phase V | Compulsory | 3 | Strengthens clinical competencies in managing musculoskeletal disorders and traumatic injuries, emphasizing prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and preservation of mobility and physical function. |
MED509 | Psychiatry | Phase V | Compulsory | 3 | Clinical training encompasses the assessment and management of mental health conditions, with emphasis on promotion, early recognition, treatment, prevention of complications, and continuity of care. |
MED510 | Thoracic Surgery | Phase V | Compulsory | 3 | Focuses on thoracic diseases and their surgical management, developing clinical competencies for safe, effective, and specialized care to improve patient outcomes. |
MED511 | Cardiovascular Surgery | Phase V | Compulsory | 3 | Management of cardiovascular diseases emphasizes prevention, diagnosis, surgical treatment, and comprehensive care. |
MED512 | Neurosurgery | Phase V | Compulsory | 3 | Assessment and surgical management of neurological and neurosurgical conditions emphasize specialized diagnosis, treatment, patient safety, and long-term care. |
MED513 | Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery | Phase V | Compulsory | 3 | Reconstructive and surgical approaches address congenital conditions, trauma, tissue loss, and functional impairment, supporting restoration of function, rehabilitation, quality of life, and patient-centered care. |
MED514 | Dermatology | Phase V | Compulsory | 3 | Knowledge and skills in dermatological conditions emphasize prevention, early recognition, treatment, and long-term management of diseases affecting the skin, hair, nails, and related systems. |
MED515 | Chest Diseases | Phase V | Compulsory | 3 | Respiratory disease management emphasizes prevention, early diagnosis, appropriate treatment, and long-term care to support respiratory health. |
MED516 | Cardiology | Phase V | Compulsory | 3 | The course emphasizes cardiovascular diseases, diagnosis, prevention, and management, strengthening competencies in prevention, early detection, evidence-informed treatment, and long-term patient care. |
