West College Scotland has launched a two-year Access to Medical Studies programme at its Clydebank campus.

In partnership with the Scottish Wider Access Programme (SWAP), the course offers a foundation in biology, chemistry, physics, maths, and communication to prepare entrants for medicine, pharmacy, health and biomedical science degrees.

Gordon Murray, curriculum quality leader for science and social science at West College Scotland, said: "The two-year Access to Medical Studies programme offers an exciting opportunity for mature students to develop the academic knowledge, skills and qualities necessary for degree study and a successful future in a range of fulfilling careers."

The programme, tailor-made for adult learners currently out of education, aims to offer more than academic development by equipping students with indispensable skills necessary for the next phase in their education journey.

Clydebank Post: West College Scotland has launched a two-year Access to Medical Studies programme

Successful completion will see graduates pursue medical and science-related career paths, including eligibility for MBChB Medicine at the University of Glasgow and various degree options like pharmacy, biomedicine, and life science with partners at University of West of Scotland, Stirling University, University of Strathclyde and Glasgow Caledonian University.

Kenny Anderson, director of SWAP West said: "We are delighted to be working with West College Scotland on a new medical studies programme.

Clydebank Post: The programme is in partnership with the Scottish Wider Access Programme (SWAP)

"The science team at West have worked hard to develop an interesting programme of study that will meet the needs of adult students.

"The programme is a fantastic opportunity for adults to return to education and progress to a rewarding professional career."

For more information on the SWAP Programmes, visit http://tinyurl.com/34wkwkdf.