The Pears Cumbria School of Medicine is a unique partnership between University of Cumbria and Imperial College London designed to meet the region’s needs. This collaboration combines the University of Cumbria’s longstanding reputation in training healthcare professionals with Imperial College London’s world-class expertise in medical education.
The Pears Cumbria School of Medicine will produce doctors committed to delivering cutting-edge healthcare approaches and serve the needs of their local community.
Their tailored 4-year programme enrols graduate-entry students. Their focus is delivering the highest standard of training with an aim to improve health outcomes in Cumbria and the North West.
The curriculum aligns with local healthcare planning and infrastructure, ensuring students acquire the skills needed to actively contribute to the NHS and local community. This includes emphasis on mental health care, which will be at the forefront of their practice.
Integrating into Cumbria’s wider network of healthcare organisations, the school will inspire students to develop and maintain essential relationships, guiding them through their training within the local area.
Over time, the medical school will support exciting new career opportunities in the region, and support local clinical providers in recruiting and retaining medical staff.
