Combined-Degree Programs: A Valuable Alternative for Motivated Students Who Choose Medicine Early.

Olson, Stanley W.

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ERIC Number: EJ455991

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Publication Date: 1992

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Combined-Degree Programs: A Valuable Alternative for Motivated Students Who Choose Medicine Early.

Olson, Stanley W.

Academic Medicine, v67 n11 p783-84 Nov 1992

History and philosophy of integrated premedical-medical programs leading to a combined undergraduate-medical degree in 6-8 years are reviewed, and student performance data are cited. It is concluded that university-affiliated medical schools might consider establishing such programs to articulate curricula better and provide access for students choosing medical careers early. (Author/MSE)

Descriptors: Acceleration (Education), Articulation (Education), Career Choice, Curriculum Design, Degrees (Academic), Higher Education, Interdisciplinary Approach, Medical Education, Premedical Students, Professional Education, Time Factors (Learning), Undergraduate Study

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative

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Audience: Administrators; Policymakers; Practitioners

Language: English

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