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THE INSTITUTE OF MEDICINE

Centre for General Practice

Make a real difference in the day-to-day lives and overall wellness of your community.

Primary care

You’re there for every bump, cough and lump. As a GP, the role you play in families across the country is one of comfort, trust and mentorship.

Our Center for General Practice will provide you with the clinical skills, diagnostic acumen and patient-centred approach you need to become the best of the NHS or enter private practice.

By training at Bolton, you can take up the call and promote a better, healthier world; one patient at a time. Our advanced simulation labs, clinical skills suites and digital learning platforms blend seamlessly with our culture of inclusivity and supportive learning so that you’ll never feel alone while studying medicine here. 

Our team of expert educators, GPs and healthcare professionals will be your guides at every step of the way, making sure you have excellent practical and theoretical knowledge; and the confidence to put it to good use in real-world situations. 

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Evidence-based care

At the Centre for General Practice with our IoM, you’ll learn proven techniques and methodologies in a safe space. Using VR simulations, dummies and roleplay, you’ll get just as comfortable with lifesaving CPR as you are with delivering a caring diagnosis.

Our approach centers on:

  • The latest advancements in imaging and radiographic techniques
  • Access to powerful imaging machines, workstations and simulations
  • Clinical placements at affiliated medical centres and hospitals
  • Supportive 1-2-1 instruction and personalised support

State-of-the-art simulated learning

We’re 1st for Student Satisfaction in the Complete University Guide 2024 not just because of our new £40m IoM building, but because of our warm and nurturing campus environment.

The University of Bolton is a place where you can learn, try, make mistakes and perfect your approach so when you go into general practice, you’re a competent and ethical medical professional.

Come see what it’s like for yourself. Join us at one of our upcoming open days.

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