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Black Country Medical School

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Black Country Medical School coming soon

The Black Country Medical School (BCMS) at University of Wolverhampton has been created to provide a medical education provision in the West Midlands with the core purpose of serving the local community.

The university is an important provider of key workers in the Black Country, including nurses, midwives, paramedics and social workers. The addition of delivering medical education is a natural extension of our commitment to supporting the workforce needs of the NHS, which in turn will serve the local population.

By training future generations of competent and innovative practitioners, we can contribute to keeping our population healthy and to having long, enjoyable and productive lives. The school’s research will also advance medical knowledge in a dynamic, supportive and collaborative environment.

The Black Country Medical School also benefits from close collaborations with the local community, Black Country Integrated Care Board (ICB), NHS Trusts partners, general practitioners and other healthcare providers.

Image for case study: Dr Jonathan Odum, Group Chief Medical Officer of The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust
The University of Wolverhampton looking to open a new medical school is a great opportunity for both the university and the local population of the Black Country. This development provides opportunities for local students and applicants who are looking to pursue a career in medicine, staying local to where they live, while building and supporting the local area.”
Dr Jonathan Odum, Group Chief Medical Officer of The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust

Core values

Respect and compassion are at the heart of our medical school, ensuring that the future doctors we train will one day serve their diverse communities with care and empathy.

We strive for the highest standards in medical training, research, and clinical practice, to produce skilled healthcare professionals who prioritise the unique clinical needs of each patient.

Our school embraces new medical technologies, teaching methods, and research opportunities to advance healthcare solutions, particularly in underserved and underrepresented areas.

We are committed to reducing health disparities in the Black Country and beyond, striving for fairness in all our decisions and actions, especially those involving selection, mentoring, and treatment.

We collaborate with healthcare providers and communities both near and far, to ensure that our education and research has a powerful positive impact across society.

Our courses prepare students to navigate the challenges of modern medicine with adaptability, problem-solving skills, and a lifelong commitment to learning.

Image for case study: Mark Axcell, Chief Executive of the Black Country Integrated Care Board (ICB)
I am committed to strengthening the partnership between the NHS in the Black Country and the university, knowing that together we have a significant impact on the health and wealth of future generations. This important step will deepen that partnership, allowing us to not only to enhance health and wellbeing across communities but also to directly build a future local NHS medical workforce.
Mark Axcell, Chief Executive of the Black Country Integrated Care Board (ICB)

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