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University of Nottingham
School of Medicine
Preparation to study
Handbook
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Welcome
Welcome to the start of medical training!
You are here because you have the qualities needed to be a
doctor: you are intelligent and motivated, you care about people
and you can make sensible and ethically sound judgements. You
now have the opportunity to apply these qualities throughout your
course.
Building on your previous educational experiences, you must
become an even more active learner. Being a doctor is an
incredibly responsible position, and that responsibility (to yourself
and more importantly to your future patients) starts now. So my
advice to you is in three parts. Firstly, work hard and try to find
the most effective way of learning for you; I am sure you will find
the course fascinating, but you are likely to find it challenging
dealing with the volume of materials you need to learn and the
skills and attitudes you need to develop. Secondly, please make
the most of your time at University and maintain balance in your
life. There are so many fantastic things to do at University,
including the many MedSoc and Student Union societies you can
join, but don’t do too much! Being a medical student can be
stressful, so seek support where you need it from friends,
relatives, fellow students and from us. Finally, be enthusiastic and
show it: you will find this self-motivating and motivating to those
around you, including your teachers.
Your work starts here to make yourself the best doctor you can be.
Professor Anthony J Avery Dean and Head of School
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You are on your way
Moving to university and organising the forms to fill in, accommodation, student
finance and how many pairs of socks to bring can be overwhelming. In this booklet,
you will find information on everything you need to know including worksheets, lists
and other guides to get ready to move into the University of Nottingham
community.
The first few weeks at university can be overwhelming and some people may find
this a difficult time. The best way to get through this is to know where to turn if
you feel you’re struggling: emotionally, socially or academically.
During your first year, you will have been allocated a student “Peer Support
Mentor” – USE THEM! They’ve been through it all before and have been trained to
support you.
As soon as you arrive you will have been allocated a personal tutor. You don’t have to wait for a personal tutor meeting to contact them. Your personal tutor can be a wealth of knowledge and refer you to various support mechanisms. Your personal tutor will also encourage you to get the most out of your University experience and in your portfolio appraisal meetings will help with your personal and professional development and reflective practice. Your personal tutor will remain your personal tutor throughout your whole medical course and
will be able to provide you with references for your foundation programme application after
graduation. It is therefore very important that you develop a professional working relationship
with your personal tutor.
Having difficulty adjusting to a different way of learning?
We have an Academic Support Division. Have a look at their website and don’t wait
to struggle.
http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/academicsupport/
Use your Course Handbook, this stores useful information regarding pastoral care
and where you can get help.
Remember:
Need help?
Look for help!
Get help!
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Everything else will follow.
My student “Peer Support Mentor” contact details:
My personal tutor’s contact details:
Student Service Centre (QMC) B5 Medical School University of Nottingham Nottingham NG7 2UH
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Pre Departure
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What to bring with you
Trying to work out what to bring with you can be a struggle. You are not only
limited by the size of car or number of suitcases but also by the size your room will
be. Bring what you will need for the term, you can always take things home during
the holidays and bring other items back with you. Also remember that if you are on
campus, you may not be allowed to store belongings over the holidays and have to
pack the car again and again.
Here is a checklist to help you decide what to bring on top of your personal
belongings including whether or not to bring the flat screen TV.
Self-catered checklist
Alarm clock
Bike and lock (not necessary but may be useful)
Bedding and covers* (e.g. sheets, duvet, mattress protector)
Coat hangers
Computer/laptop (if you don’t want to bring one of your own you can rent a laptop from the libraries or use the computer facilities on campus)
Cleaning products/supplies (e.g. dusters, washing-up liquid)
Electrical appliances* (e.g. computers, DVD players, electric guitar amps, electric shavers, hair dryers/straighteners, lamps, radios, travelling irons). Check with your provider if there are any limitations
Extension cable
Kitchen utensils; bowls, chopping boards, cooking utensils, crockery, glasses, mugs, pots, pans, plates, etc.
Stationery (the Students’ Union shop on campus also sells stationery)
Sticky tack (there are poster sales on campus every term)
Towels*
TV and TV licence
Washing powder (for your laundry)
*International Students travelling from overseas are advised not to bring bulky
items such as bedding, towels, or kitchen equipment with them from home but to
purchase once in Nottingham
What not to bring
Curtains (rooms are equipped with fire-safe curtains and it is considered a fire risk to put up your own)
Cleaning equipment (there will be a vacuum cleaner, dustpan and brush and mop available for your flat)
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Catered hall checklist
Alarm clock
Bedding * (most students bring their own bedding, but bedding packs for you to keep are available from your hall for a nominal charge.)
Bike and lock (not necessary but may be useful)
Coat hangers
Computer/laptop (if you don’t want to bring one of your own you can rent a laptop from the libraries or use the computer facilities on campus)
Electrical appliances* less than 1200 watts (e.g. computers, DVD players, electric guitar amps, electric shavers, hair dryers/straighteners, lamps, radios, travelling irons)
Extension cable
Mugs, tea/coffee, milk, sugar, couple of plates, etc.
Stationery (the Students’ Union shop on campus also sells stationery)
Sticky tack (there are poster sales on campus every term)
Towels*
TV and TV licence
Washing powder
*International Students travelling from overseas are advised not to bring bulky
items such as bedding, towels, or kitchen equipment with them from home but to
purchase once in Nottingham
What not to bring
Curtains (the halls are equipped with fire-safe curtains and it is considered a fire risk to put up your own)
Cooking utensils or cookers of any type (your meals will be cooked for you, and you will have a pantry with a kettle , microwave, toaster and fridge for snacks outside of meal times)
Cleaning equipment (your rooms will be cleaned for you every two weeks, and you can always buy what you need once you get here)
Electrical appliances more than 1200 watts (e.g. cookers, decorative lights, heaters, kettles, microwaves, toasters). You will be held personally responsible if the limit is exceeded.
Candles or any open flame device
Don't try to bring all the contents of your bedroom with you. Your parents will definitely thank you when they're helping you to load and unload the car!
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Safety on Campus
Personal safety on and off campus
Although Nottingham and the University are relatively safe places, and incidents
involving students rarely occur, you do need to consider your personal safety.
Avoid walking around the campus or the city alone at night. Try to stay in groups of two or more. Let someone know where you are going, when you are expected back, or if you change your plans.
Do not carry large amounts of money or wear expensive jewellery.
Do not leave valuable items in view and keep your room locked when you are not there.
If you do find yourself in a dangerous situation on campus find the nearest internal
telephone and dial 8888 or 2222 within the Medical School/QMC/City Hospital. If
you are off campus, dial 999, for the emergency services. You should report any
incident to the University security staff as soon as possible. There is always
someone on duty in the main Porter’s Office in Trent Building.
It might be a good idea to obtain a personal alarm. These are available in the
Students’ Union Office. If you need any further advice, please talk to your personal
tutor.
Insurance
Students in University owned accommodation (Jubilee Campus, University Park
catered halls and Melton Hall) are provided with insurance through Endsleigh
Insurance. This covers a range of belongings including laptops, sports and electrical
equipment, clothes and frozen food.
If you are living in University arranged accommodation, your fees include basic
insurance for some belongings
To find out more about what is included and not included, and to download the
policy visit:
www.nottingham.ac.uk/accommodation/currentstudents/insurance.aspx
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Departure Checklist
To Do Date Completed
Date Returned
DBS form online Fitness to practice
questionnaire online
Student finance Accommodation – Halls
confirmed
Finance Student bank account Create a budget – a helpful
table can be found later in the
booklet
Medical history (all medical students
MUST register with a Nottingham GP -Cripps student health centre is on University park and
caters for our students GP requirements)
Social Media – Joined Facebook
groups
Upload photograph (student ID
card)
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Course
Information
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What is expected of a medical student?
Medical students have different responsibilities to other students and therefore you
are to uphold professionalism and behaviour to a different standard. Being a
member of the medical profession begins on day one of the course but there is
advice and an abundance of people to talk to if you are unsure about anything
along the way.
Dress Code
Over the next few years you will be working in many different environments which
can be classed as ‘academic’ (tutorials, library, lectures, etc.) and ‘clinical’ (clinical
skills, placements, wards, etc.) In all of these settings, you are expected to dress
appropriately and not wear clothing that obscures your face. For an academic
situation, you may find casual clothing works best for you as long as you are
comfortable.
A clinical environment is different and you will be expected to adopt the ‘bare below
elbow’ approach, this includes avoiding jewellery. When on clinical visits, remember
to dress smartly and not wear clothing that may cause offence; for example an
inappropriate slogan or revealing clothing. At all times you are representing the
University of Nottingham and the Medical School. Please wear clean and laundered
clothing and ensure you comply with the dress codes of the NHS trust where you
are based.
Working with colleagues/Health professionals
Throughout your time in medical school and beyond, you will work as part of
multidisciplinary teams. Respecting the skills and contributions of other
professionals is a must along with following instructions given by health
professionals in the workplace.
Although you will be learning and at times monitoring the health of others,
remember to look after your own health. If you feel your ill health will have an
effect on the standard of work you are carrying out or could affect patients and
colleagues, speak to someone for advice and see a doctor.
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Social media
Social Media has become part of everyday life. There are a few things to
remember:
1. Never post/send pictures of patients or service users over any form of
social media
2. Do not discuss issues related to any experience in a healthcare setting.
Even if anonymised these are likely to be inappropriate.
3. Remember! Everything you post online is public.
With today’s technology continually developing, everything you say online is public,
with friends able to access your photos and Facebook walls as well as screen grabs
being allowed in some apps. Please be careful and think before you post something
you deem innocent. It may be offensive to someone else and have a detrimental
effect on your future.
www.gmc-uk.org/static/documents/content/ Doctors_use_of_social_media.pdf
University of Nottingham Social Media Policy for Students 2015 http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/governance/documents/social-media-policy-for-
students-nov15.pdf Achieving Good Medical Practice - Guidance for Medical Students,
published May 2016
http://www.gmc-uk.org/Achieving_good_medical_practice_0816.pdf_66086678.pdf
Mobile phones
Using mobile phones can be distracting to teaching staff and deemed rude
behaviour. Their use is frowned upon during educational and clinical sessions, and it
is advised that you keep them on silent or switched off. Please use mobile phones
appropriately and professionally.
You can find out more about professionalism and fitness to
practise here:
www.nottingham.ac.uk/medicine/study/medicine/fitnesstopractise.aspx
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Your timetable explained
The following pages contain your timetable for the first week. You will find your first
year timetable on Moodle, our virtual learning environment. Training on Moodle will
take place on Tuesday 26th September at 13.00 in LT4. You should refer to
Moodle for the most up-to-date information.
For some classes, students will be divided into 2 seminar groups. This is indicated
by roman numerals at the end and it is that seminar group that must attend.
Seminar group 1 is shown as ‘I’
Seminar group 2 is shown as ‘II’
Each seminar group can sometimes be divided once more into subgroups
represented by letters a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h, i, j, k, l. If you see Ik, this indicates that
students in seminar group 1, subgroup k must attend.
If IIgi is shown, students in seminar group 2, subgroups g, h and i must attend.
Two small letters together are inclusive.
A11PD1/S/01/Iaf = first years/seminar/seminar group I subgroups a, b, c, d, e, f
(a-f inclusive)
If the seminar group is IIk, only students in seminar group II subgroup k should
attend.
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2017/2018 First week timetable
Monday 25th September
09.00-10.00 Year One Medicine Induction
A floor Foyer Medical School
10.00-12.00 Welcome Lecture LT3 Medical School
12.00-14.00 MedSoc LT4 Medical School
15.00-16.00 Structure of the Course/Assessment
LT4 Medical School
16.00-17.00 Introduction to the Medical School Library
LT3 Medical School
Tuesday 26th September
09.30-11.30 Photos B139, B floor. Medical School
11.30-12.00 First Steps of our Medical Career
LT3 Medical School
13.00-14.00 Introduction to IT services and Moodle
LT1 Medical School
14.00-15.00 Personal Safety and Security in the Medical School
LT1 Medical School
15.00-16.00 Welfare LT1 Medical School
16.30-17.00 Registration Sports Centre, University Park
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Wednesday 27th September
08.00-12.30 Health Centre Registration
Senate Chamber and Great Hall, Trent Building, University Park
Thursday 28th September
09.30-10.30 Introduction to Early Clinical and Professional Development
LT4, A floor, Medical School
10.30-12.00 Introduction to Communication Skills
LT4, A floor, Medical School
11.00-12.00 Handout distribution MDL’s C99a-d (C floor) Medical School
12:00-12.30 Nottingham Medic-Chirurgical Society
LT4, A floor, Medical School
15.00-17.30
Introduction to Basic Emergency Care (BEC) and Interprofessional Learning (IPL) (Group II)
A150, Coates Road Auditorium, University Park
Friday 29th September
09.00-10.00 Dealing with Patients Professionally
LT4, Medical School
10.00-11.00 ID Badges (Group Id) Access Control, D Floor, East Block, QMC
11.00-12.00 ID Badges (Group Ie) Access Control, D Floor, East Block, QMC
13.00-14.00 ID Badges (Group IIe) Access Control, D Floor, East Block, QMC
14.00-15.00 ID Badges (Group IIf) Access Control, D Floor, East Block, QMC
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14.00-16.30
Introduction to Basic Emergency Care (BEC) and Interprofessional Learning (IPL), Group I students only
A150, Coates Road Auditorium, University Park
The times and venues are correct at time of printing. You will receive
updates on arrival at the School of Medicine
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Term dates and exam dates
Session (2017-2018)
Term Dates
Autumn Term: Monday 25th September 2017 – Friday 15th December 2017
Spring Term: Monday 15th January 2018 – Friday 23rd March 2018
Summer Term: Monday 23rd April 2018 – Friday 22nd June 2018
Semesters
Autumn Semester: Monday 25th September 2017 – Saturday 27th January
2018
Spring Semester: Monday 29th January 2018 – Friday 22nd June 2018
http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/about/keydates
*Students are expected to stay to the end of term as teaching continues up to and
including the final day of term.
Examinations
During exam periods there are 3 examination sessions each day (09.00, 13.30,
16.30) Monday – Saturday. Your examinations may be scheduled to take place on
any of the published dates during the examination periods including all three
sessions on a Saturday. Where a School/Department holds examinations outside of
the University Examination periods, you will be informed of those dates separately.
Dates of exams for 2017/18 examination period can be found here:
http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/academicservices/currentstudents/examinations/abo
ut-exam/about-your-exam.aspx
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International Students
As an international student at The University of Nottingham, there are a wide range
of services and resources to help you.
The International Office is a hub of support for international students. Their
dedicated team of advisors can offer help and guidance on issues including
immigration, employment, financial matters, personal and family concerns, and
academic difficulties. Regular trips and events to help you meet new people, settle
into your new community and explore the UK are also organised for students.
All general enquiries, including questions on how to apply to Nottingham, can be
sent to them using the contact details below. Please note that their offices are open
from 08:45 to 16:45.
Telephone: +44 (0)115 951 5247 Fax: +44 (0)115 951 5155 Web: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/international-applicants/index.aspx
Facebook: www.facebook.com/UoNInternationalOffice
The School of Education offers language support throughout your degree
(Insessional). Classes will help you to develop your English language and academic
skills and are free for Overseas and EU students, available on all campuses and
non-assessed. You can also have free, one-to-one consultations about your work.
Telephone: +44(0)115 951 4405/4406
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.nottingham.ac.uk/cele
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Student Support
Medicine is a demanding course and there are students that find it more difficult
than others to cope with stress, anxiety, finances and settling into your new
surroundings. Here at Nottingham there is someone there for you day and night.
You can get help and support from the School of Medicine, university counselling
service, your GP and our student run listening service Nightline.
Nightline is a confidential, student run listening service open from 7.00pm to
8.00am. You can contact them via phone and instant message, and email 24/7 365
days a year. Sometimes you may need someone to listen who isn’t on your course
or in you halls/house, the dedicated volunteers are there for you and no problem is
too big or too small.
www.nottinghamnightline.co.uk
Welfare
The Student Advice Centre offers free legal advice. For example, they can help you
if you are thinking of renting private accommodation and would like them to explain
the terms of the agreement. It is open from 10.00am to 4.00pm Monday, Tuesday,
Wednesday and Friday. You do not need to make an appointment; you can just call
in. To find out more about how they can help, go to the Students’ Union in the
Portland Building, or look on the Students’ Union website:
su.nottingham.ac.uk/ and click on Advice.
The University Counselling Service is a free confidential service that offers an
opportunity to talk in confidence about problems that concern you. Making an
appointment is easy. Just call into their offices in the Trent Building.
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.nottingham.ac.uk/counselling
Medical Council on Alcohol (MCA) The MCA is a charity concerned with the effects of alcohol on health. As medical
students you will be aware of the dangers of alcohol and the need to behave
responsibly, but also the need to let off some steam and enjoy yourselves!
For further information visit their website:
www.m-c-a.org.uk/medical_students/students
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Student Service Centre
Student Services provide a range of support, information and specialist services to
enhance your student experience and we form part of a comprehensive network of
services at the University designed to support you throughout your studies.
Please explore these pages and contact us if you are unable to find what you are
looking for.
www.nottingham.ac.uk/studentservices
DON'T leave all your revision until the holidays
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Student Survival
Guide
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Budgeting
You’ve arrived in Nottingham, started setting up your room, received the welcome
week timetable and checked your bank account to see student finance has arrived.
It can be very exciting to see a large sum of money in your account but remember
the next instalment isn’t until January, over three months away! To keep on top of
your finances it is highly recommended that you budget carefully. Use the table
below to answer the all-important question:
How much can I really afford to spend each week?
Income £ Expenditure £
Maintenance Loan Accommodation
Maintenance Grant Food
Travel
Phone
Insurance
Laundry
Total Income: Total Expenditure
All years involve travelling to placements which must be included in your budget.
More information will be given throughout the course
DON'T spend all your student loan on books - most textbooks
are all available in the library or online
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Travelling to and from campus
Public Bus Services
The Uni Link Service (limited service out of term time) operates every 6 minutes
and provides a link between University Park and the City, via Derby Road. There
are bus stops outside all the main entrances to the University, with routes to the
City Centre. There are also regular services from Beeston Square.
There is also a city link service, which operates every 15 minutes and departs from
the Exchange Building – Jubilee Campus. Information about services and links to
bus timetables are available on:
www.nottingham.ac.uk/About/Visitorinformation/Busservices.aspx
When travelling by bus, please remember that you pay on entry. It is important to
make sure you have plenty of change because some bus companies only accept the
‘right money’ (exact payment).
Details of other bus services are also available on the web site above. You can
download the NCT app for up to date timetables across all services. Search ‘nctx
buses’ in the App store or Google play app store.
Car parking
Parking on campus is restricted to permit holders only.
Who is eligible?
The following categories of student may be considered eligible for a concessionary
permit, subject to the provision of satisfactory documentary evidence (including
medical where appropriate):
a. With a disability b. Who are the parents/legal guardians of children under 16 who live at the
term time address c. Who must regularly attend elderly parents or parent with a disability at
their permanent home address
d. With certified medical reasons e. Hall Tutors f. Who are studying at Sutton Bonington (permit restricted to that Campus
only)
Students who live in Halls of Residence or have a term-time address within a radius
of 15 miles of University Park are NOT eligible for a permit. Students living outside
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these areas may be able to apply for a permit however these permits are
discretionary.
I live in Halls and I have a friend coming to visit at the weekend. What can he/she do about parking?
If he/she arrives after 5.00pm on Friday he/she can park his/her car in your Hall
car park and park free of charge until 08.00am Monday morning. If he/she is going
to be leaving after 08.00am on Monday then a pay and display ticket must be
purchased for the day.
If a friend arrives before 5.00pm on Friday, then a pay and display ticket must be
purchased.
Cycles
Many students choose to cycle to class as this is an inexpensive means of transport.
If you decide to buy a bicycle, please remember that the higher quality the bike,
the more likely it is to get stolen.
The most reliable kind of lock for a cycle is a D lock, which you can get from the
cycle shop in Beeston. Never leave a bicycle unlocked.
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Health and Dental Care
The Department of Health strongly recommends that all
students register with a health centre while studying at
university. In fact, the GMC requires all medical students to
look after themselves and so we require all our medical
students to register with a local doctor. If for some reason this
is not ideal e.g. you are in the middle of treatment elsewhere
etc. then please highlight this to the Director of student
Wellbeing as soon as possible. (Cripps Health Centre is located
on University Park campus catering specifically for University students and staff
and offers a full range of NHS services.)
All first-year students are invited to attend the registration sessions being held
in the Great Hall and Senate Chamber in the Trent Building at the time listed
below (students should be prepared to spend at least thirty minutes to complete
Health Centre registration).
Any student with regular access to University Park can register with the Health
Centre. Students who live outside of the practice catchment area (below) can
register with the practice as ‘out of area’ patients which entitles them to the same
care as patients who live within the catchment area, however, if you require a
home visit this will be undertaken by a separate service.
Non-EU students wishing to register with the Health Centre must also provide
a letter confirming the length of their course. This is to satisfy the NHS
requirement that they be studying in the UK for more than six months. This can
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be obtained from the School of Medicine Education Centre or Student Services
in Portland Building.
UG – Wednesday 27th September 09:00-12:30
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences – all schools (including Biology and Biomedical Sciences)*
*Different arrangements apply for students studying at the School of Medicine at
Derby and the School of Health Sciences at Derby who do not attend this event.
Please see information provided by Derby Course Administration team.
Cripps Health Care
Surgery Times
The surgery is only allowed to open Monday to Friday to comply with out-of-hours
directives and regulations, set by the NHS.
Reception 8.00am to 6.00pm Doctors 9.30am to 12 noon/ 2.30pm to 5.30pm Nurses 9.00am to 12.40pm/ 1.20pm to 5.00pm Phlebotomist 9.30am to 12.50pm. Afternoon appointments are NOT
possible as (blood taking) samples are sent to the lab at 1.00pm.
Mondays: Special surgeries that are largely “open access” from 08.30am to
5.00pm but they DO require an appointment/contact first.
Beyond these times see information regarding Out-Of-Hours service.
Contact: Practice Address: Cripps Health Centre University Park Nottingham NG7 2QW Telephone: 0115 8468888 Internal Telephone: 75 or 68888 Fax: 0115 9480347 Care when the surgery is closed
There is always a nurse and doctor available for urgent problems when the surgery
is closed. This service can be accessed by phoning the Health Centre. Patients
need to call the Health Centre number and you will be transferred through to
Nottingham Emergency Medical Services (NEMS).
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Cancelling an appointment
If you know you cannot make an appointment then cancel it via the web or by
phoning. This allows us to rebook it for someone else. Even if it is near to your
appointment time please cancel as we can use the slot for an emergency patient.
Repeated non-attendances without informing us/cancelling seriously affects the
relationship you have with the practice.
www.unhs.co.uk/unhs/the-university-of-nottingham-health-service.aspx
Cripps Dental Centre
Opening Hours:
Monday 8.00am – 7.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 8.00am – 5.30pm
Friday 8.00am – 4.30pm
Contact:
Telephone: 0115 9506781 or 0115 9513099
University Ext: 13099
Located in the Cripps Health Centre, the practice offers services to all members of
staff and students of the University as well as patients from the General Public.
Patients are accepted under the NHS, Economical Dental Scheme or Private
contract.
The practice guarantees to see registered patients, who are in pain, as long as they
telephone before 10.00am. At weekends, an emergency service is offered on a rota
basis. Contact the practice for the contact number.
There are other medical services that you may find useful:
NHS Non-Emergency Number
This is a telephone service. If you would like advice and information about your
health, call 111 (calls are charged at local rate).
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Nottingham NHS Walk-in Centre
http://www.nottinghamcity.nhs.uk/your-services/urgent-care-centre.html
You can find the Walk-In Centre at the Island Site, London Road, Nottingham (next
to the new BBC studios and near to the Nottingham Arena). The Nottingham NHS
Walk-In Centre is open from 7.00am to 9.00pm, seven days a week, and 365 days
a year. You can get information about your health, speak to a nurse for advice and
some treatment or get information about local social services. Please call in – you
do not need an appointment.
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Life on
Campus
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We know as well as you that university life is not all about studying. It is also a
time to make lifelong friends, take advantage of unique opportunities and learn
about yourself and your strengths. That’s why we provide a whole range of services
and facilities to help you do all those things.
The University Of Nottingham Students’ Union
is run by students, for students. As well as
overseeing cultural, recreational and sporting
activities to help you have the most incredible
time at university, elected full-time officers are there to represent the thoughts and
views of the student body to the relevant committees.
su.nottingham.ac.uk
Societies
With over 200 societies to choose from, it can be difficult to find what is right for
you. There are a number of Arts and Performance groups from the competitive
NUDance and LBSS (Latin, Ballroom and Salsa) to BlowSoc who offer a variety of
wind and brass ensembles for all abilities, as well as Course-based and
International, Faith and Cultural societies. Not only will you have the opportunity to
develop new skills but you can get involved in community and university events.
All societies are run by elected committees who handle the activities, training and
finances of the group. This is a great way to meet new people and if you haven’t
tried a particular activity before, such as ‘Quidditch’, there are ‘Try It’ sessions so
you can decide if you like it before buying membership.
Have an interest that isn’t a society? Why not start your own, the support team and
Activities Officer are there to guide you through the steps and share you passion
with other students
Sports
The University of Nottingham has over 70 sports clubs, whether
you are looking for competitions, new skills or to meet new
people and have fun, there is a club for you. Most clubs have a
“no turn away” policy allowing you to be involved no matter what
level you are at.
Here at Nottingham, we have one of the best student inter-mural sports (IMS)
programmes in the country with halls, schools and other groups entering teams into
12 weekly sports.
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In 2015, the David Ross Sports Village broke ground. The complex will houses a
200-station facility, glass squash courts, Hypoxia chamber, 60 meter indoor track,
dance studios and many more facilities.
All students who are registered at the university can join the Sports Centre. There
are excellent facilities including a fitness room, swimming pool and tennis courts at
University Park Campus. Visit www.nottingham.ac.uk/sport for more information.
Volunteering
The Students’ Union Student Volunteer Centre (SVC) is
here for you and offers a wide variety of opportunities
to get involved with, whether you want to meet new people, give something back
to the local community, boost your CV, any reason you want to get involved, we’re
here to make sure you have an enjoyable time doing so.
Micro-volunteering, One-Off opportunities, On-Going projects, Schools, Student Led
Projects, however much spare time you have there are a lot of avenues to explore
within volunteering. You can see for yourself by visiting
www.su.nottingham.ac.uk/volunteering, if you want any more information or have
some questions you can contact us either by dropping in to see us on C Floor in the
Portland Building, via email [email protected] or drop in between
10am and 4pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday.
Happy Volunteering
When you arrive in Nottingham you’ll automatically be a
member of MedSoc; we are a mini students’ union made for
you. Our committee is here to support you in any way we can;
and to do our best to ensure you get the best out of your time
here – you’ll hear from us on your first day and when you get
here we’ll provide you with lots of support, as well as a huge amount of fun!
Looking back at my two years at Nottingham, I can honestly say I wish I could live
it all again; and my only advice to you would be to have fun and get involved, in
absolutely anything. There are so many great opportunities on offer in Nottingham,
and MedSoc alone offers a huge array of socials, societies and sports teams for you
to get involved in, in addition to the huge number offered by the university: so say
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YES – get involved, and I have no doubt that you will be in for an incredible time
here in Nottingham!
[email protected] – if anybody has any questions at all about anything at
all I’d be glad to answer them!"
Holly Richardson MedSoc President 2017-18
Hi from WAMS!
Who we are: The Widening Access to Medicine Society
here at the University of Nottingham
What we do: We give information and advice to students from disadvantaged
backgrounds to try and help them fulfil their potential and get the best chance
possible of getting into medical school. We hope to encourage as many students as
possible to consider Medicine as a career and de-mystify the application process,
hopefully helping the medical workforce to become as diverse as the patients we
serve.
How to get involved: You can become an e-mentor or volunteer at either the events
we hold as a committee or sessions we run in partnership with the University's
Widening Participation team or other organisations. You can also visit schools to
deliver sessions such as Clinical skills demonstrations or (in 5th year) mentor
students on a Work Experience week.
Where can you find out more? Join our Facebook group and sign up to be a
member of WAMS on the SU website (it's free) to hear all about all the
opportunities to volunteer! We will also have a stall at Fresher's Fayre so come say
hello
Use the following table to choose your top societies and sports and
use this to help navigate the societies and sports events during
Welcome Week.
DO join SCRUBS for fantastic tuition and mock exams. Find out more at www.nottinghamscrubs.co.uk
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Societies and Sports
Society/Sport Why this group? Cost of Membership
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Places of Worship/University Chaplaincy
The University Chaplaincy is located in the Portland Building on University Park
Campus. Members of staff are able to offer advice and support to all members of
the University community (Christian and non-Christian). Further information and
contact details are available at:
http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/chaplaincy
Places of worship can be found at the following buildings:
Portland Building – University Park Campus o Multi-faith quiet room (B5 on the ground floor) o Islamic Prayer Rooms (D and E Floors)
Jubilee Campus o Islamic Prayer Rooms- Amenities Building
Queens Medical Centre o Chaplaincy/Multi-Faith Centre, D Floor, East Block
Banks on Campus
There are two banks on University Park campus, NatWest and Santander, both of
which are located on C floor in the Portland Building. Both banks have cash
dispenser machines from which you may obtain money at any time of day – bank
staff will give you more details. A cash dispenser is also situated in the Queens
Medical Centre main reception area.
A NatWest Bank is located on Jubilee Campus in the Exchange Building. There are
cash dispenser machines which are located inside the building next to the bank and
outside the building next to the Hopper Bus Stop.
If you do not have an account with either of these banks, it is recommended you
open a bank account for easy access to your money and banking facilities. Opening
a bank account is free, and banking remains free as long as your account is in
credit. There are high charges if you become overdrawn.
International Students: To open an account you will need to provide certain
documents, such as your University offer letter(s) and passport. You will also be
asked to show evidence of where you are living. If you live in University
accommodation, this will be a letter from the School of Medicine. If you do not live
in University accommodation, the bank will advise you what documentation you
need to provide.
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Shops and catering facilities
Shops on University Park Campus
Blackwell’s Bookshop (Portland Building)
Range of academic and general interest books, maps of Nottingham, greetings cards etc. Books of stamps for UK and worldwide can also be purchased here.
Students’ Union Shop (Portland Building)
Sells newspapers and magazines, stationery, sweets, groceries, batteries, drinks, toiletries and some University merchandise.
Boots (Portland Building) Sells sandwiches, sweets, toiletries, cosmetics and some non-prescription medicines.
Pharmacy (Cripps Health Centre)
Dispenses prescription and non-prescription medicines.
Catering Facilities on University Park Campus
The Food Court, Portland Building
Monday to Friday 11.00 – 18.00
Hallward Library Cafe Monday to Friday 8.30 – 8.00pm Saturday/Sunday 11.30 – 15.30
Coates Café, Coates Building
Monday to Friday 08.30 – 16.00
Shops on Jubilee Campus Blackwell’s Bookshop Exchange Building – Ground Floor
The Student Union Shop Exchange Building – Ground Floor
Catering Facilities on Jubilee Campus
Terrazzo Café Exchange Building – Ground Floor Monday to Friday 08.30 – 17.00
Library Café Business School South Building - D Floor Monday to Friday 08.30 – 17.00
The Food Court The Atrium Restaurant – serves coffee and snacks all day.
Catering Facilities in Medical School
Medical School Cafe A Floor, Medical School, Monday to Friday, 08.30 to 15.30
Hospital Restaurant B Floor, Medical School, Monday to Friday 08.30 – 16.00
Oasis Cafe E Floor, West Block, QMC, Monday-Friday 07.30-16.30
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Catering Facilities in Halls of Residence
University Park
Monday to Friday Breakfast: 7.45am-9.30am Dinner: 5.30pm-7.00pm Saturday & Sunday Brunch: 11.00am-12.30pm Dinner 5.30pm-6.30pm
Jubilee Campus
Monday to Friday Breakfast: 7.30am-9.30am Dinner: 5.00pm-7.30pm Saturday & Sunday Brunch: 11.30am-1.00pm Dinner 5.00pm-6.30pm
Vesper Café Bar @ Willoughby Hall
Monday – Friday: 11.30am-11.00pm Saturday: 7.30pm-11.00pm Sunday: 7.30pm-10.00pm
Echo Café Bar @ Derby Hall
Hops Café Bar @ Lenton and Wortley Hall
Latitude Café Bar @ Hugh Stewart Hall
Core @ Newark Hall Monday – Saturday: 7.30pm-11.00pm Sunday: 7.30pm-10.00pm
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Nottingham
and
Beyond
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University Park is about three miles from the city centre with the suburb of Beeston
approximately 10 minutes’ walk from the University West Entrance. Nottingham has
everything you could ever need from high street and independent shops to cafés,
bars and a wide range of entertainment venues. Here is a starting point for your
exploration of the city.
Beeston
Beeston is mixture of high street and independent shops with an open-air market
on Friday and Saturday mornings on Willoughby Street.
Eating Out
There are many cafes and take-aways in Beeston catering for different tastes and
varying in price. On the High Road, they include:
Rye Café and Bar, High Road Flying Goose Café, Chilwell Road, Beeston Poppa Pizza restaurant and take-away Hong Kong House Takeaway Ko Sing Chinese and English meals takeaway Tastie Bites Cafe The Tottlebrook Inn, Wollaton Road (pub serving food).
Find out more at www.letsgotobeeston.co.uk
Nottingham
Nottingham has two large indoor shopping centres: the Victoria Shopping Centre
and the Broadmarsh Shopping Centre. These contain a wide variety of shops
selling many items; it is best to explore and compare prices and quality before
buying anything. In between the two shopping centres are many pedestrian
thoroughfares containing a variety of other shops, cafes, restaurants etc. The
Victoria Shopping Centre also has an indoor market, selling a variety of things,
including meat, fish, vegetables, sweets, clothes, material to name but a few.
Another market to visit is Sneinton Market, at the bottom of Lower Parliament
Street, held on Saturdays. Also on Saturdays, there is an interesting general
market at a place called the Cattle Market off the London Road near the
Nottinghamshire County Football Club.
Right at the heart of England, Nottingham is a vibrant and versatile city, rich with heritage and culture, embracing creativity and originality.
Nottingham is bursting with year-round events and activities for everyone to enjoy, whatever the season: fairgrounds, festivals, fireworks, cultural celebrations, continental markets, music events and more.
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Create a bucket list to complete before graduation, here is a
starting point:
My Nottingham Bucket List Activity Date of
Visit Nottingham Castle Museum and Art Gallery (Nottingham Castle) The Caves of Nottingham (underneath the Broadmarsh Shopping Centre)
Wollaton Hall (Wollaton Park) Attenborough Nature Reserve (2 miles
south-west of Beeston) Holme Pierrepont Country Park (near Nottingham) Nottingham Forest Football Club
Notts County Football Club Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club National Ice Centre Theatre Royal Nottingham Playhouse Nottingham Arts Theatre Royal Concert Hall Broadway Cinema Savoy The Trip to Jerusalem The Bell Inn The Canal Front Green’s Windmill Christmas Market Goose Fair Medic Cocktail Party Varsity (UoN v NTU) Boating on the lake Rag Raid Volunteer
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My Nottingham Bucket List Activity Date of Visit
“Nottinghamshire's heritage is rich and varied. Our heroes are
legendary and our innovations have helped change the world. From
well-loved outlaw Robin Hood to literary great Lord Byron and
influential Pilgrim Fathers. From footballing hero Brian Clough to
international designer Paul Smith.”
Experiencenottinghamshire.com
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General notes Do not rely on the sizes stated on clothing. They can vary considerably from store to store and from make to make. Always keep the receipt as most stores will change goods or refund money if there is proof of purchase. Some goods are sold cheaper because they are faulty (marked “seconds” or “slightly imperfect”). Check the fault before buying. English weights and measures may also be confusing. The following table lists approximate conversions from imperial to metric measures.
Imperial = Metric
1lb (pound) = 0.454kg (454g)
2.2lb = 1kg (1000g)
4oz (ounces) = 113g
3.5 oz. = 100g
1 yd. (yard) = 0.9144m (91cm)
1yd 3 in (inches) = 1m
1 gallon = 4.5 litres
1 pint = 0.568 litres (568ml)
1.76 pint = 1 litre
Useful Contacts
General University Telephone Numbers:
University Switchboard 0115 951 5151 (internal 0)
Queens Medical Centre Switchboard 0115 924 9924 (internal 740)
University Counselling Service 0115 951 3695 (internal 13695)
Student Support Office 0115 951 3710 (internal 13710)
Study Support Centre 0115 951 3710 (internal 13710)
Office for Disability Issues 0115 9515992 (internal 32070)
Student Advice Centre 0115 846 8800 (extension 68730)
Students' Union 0115 846 8800
Nightline 0115 951 4985 (internal 14985)
Samaritans 08457 909090
Citizens Advice Bureau 0870 1264093
External Numbers:
NHS Direct 111
NHS Walk-in Centre 0115 8831960
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Medical school useful facts
The QMC Student Service Centre is on B floor, Medical School and is open Monday –Friday 8am-6pm
The Medical School doors close at 6.30 each evening.
The Bridge between the University and the Medical School is open from 7.30am until 6.30pm, after that you can cross the bridge by the outside steps.
NEVER cross the road to the Medical School except by the bridge or pedestrian crossing at the roundabouts.
You can access the library and the A18 Computer rooms out of hours with your University card, by the outside access from the medical school car park.
Be careful with your belongings especially in open areas of the medical school, library, cafes and hospital.
Put your name in files and books etc. we can then tell you if they are found and it proves they are yours if there is any question.
Look after your ID cards (University and QMC) there are security issues and you will have to pay to have new ones.
Keep your personal information up to date on the portal.
You should check your email daily as this is how we contact you. Keep your inbox clear. It may save you turning up to a cancelled lecture.
A18 is a computer room and there is another one on C floor and in Greenfield Medical Library. The Medical School has Wi Fi in the main areas.
Lockers are only allocated to clinical students in view of the numbers of students here, bring as little as possible to practicals.
There are cash machines at the Main Entrance of the hospital as well as in the Portland Building, University Park.
Buses from the front of QMC on the other side of Derby Road go to
Nottingham City Centre.
The porters on A Floor have a lost property register, if you find anything hand it in to them.
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What is Moodle?
You will be introduced to Moodle during your first week on the course.
Moodle is the University’s online learning environment, and you will spend a lot of
time using it during your years on the course.
It is the place for learning materials such as lecture slides, handouts, reading, web
links, audio and video. It is also used for submitting assignments and has facilities
for discussions, wikis, blogs and student databases.
Once you have registered as a student, and obtain your username, you will be able
to log into Moodle at moodle.nottingham.ac.uk where you will be able to access the
“Medical Course Home Page” (which has links to the course handbook) as well as
separate sites for each module you will be studying.
Throughout the year, your lecturers will direct you to Moodle to access various
resources. Staff will also use Moodle to send you messages via the various forums,
as well as using email.
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accurate and up to date.
