News

  1. Feb 2012 New orientation program for IMU students

    A new orientation program has helped integrate a group of students from International Medical University (IMU) in Malaysia into Year 3 of the JMP having completed their first two years of study in Malaysia.   » Read more

  2. Feb 2012 Implemenmtation Phase Commences

    The curriculum renewal process has progressed from the initial consultation phase to the implementation phase. A number of working groups have been formed, concentrating on aspects of the curriculum: Pathways and Themes, Modules and PBL, Competencies and Objectives, Assessment, Clinical Schools, Interprofessional Learning and Research. The working groups will report back initially to the second retreat on 29 and 30 March. If you wish to provide input into any of these working groups you can do so via this email address: jmp@newcastle.edu.au - comments will be forwarded to the relevant working party chair.   » Read more

  3. Feb 2012 High tech innovations in medical education

    The JMP is utilising UNE's partnership with UC Irvine, to pioneer the use of iPads and portable ultrasound for students at UNE's School of Rural Medicine. Year 1 medical students at UNE have received iPads to enable them to participate in the project.   » Read more

  4. Nov 2011 Curriculum Renewal Working Group Meeting, 14 October

    The initial consultation phase concluded with a meeting of the Steering Group held to consider feedback obtained from focus groups and individuals during the July to October period. The outcome of this was the adoption of a substantially amended curriculum structure which addressed the major concerns raised during the consultation process. Read a summary of the renewal process, including the key features of the amended curriculum, here   » Read more

  5. Nov 2011 Curriculum Renewal Retreat, Friday 25 November

    The revised curriculum will be presented and discussed at a retreat to be held on Friday 25 November. Anyone with an interest in the new curriculum is welcome to attend. It will be held in Newcastle at The Glades Conference Centre, Hillsborough Road, Warners Bay. Judy McDonald will be coordinating transport and accommodation for attendees from Armidale   » Read more

  6. Jul 2011 Release of discussion paper for BMed Curriculum Review

    Following the meeting of the Review Steering Group in May a discussion paper has been developed and can be downloaded here. The document outlines a framework for significant change in the JMP with a number of recommendations. The Steering Committee is now seeking feedback on the proposed changes. In particular around the proposed graduate profile, the education principals and philosophy as well as the program structure. To provide feedback please email jmp@newcastle.edu.au   » Read more

  7. May 2011 One of America's top surgeons moves to UNE

    Professor Peter Philip McKeown, a respected senior surgeon with an international reputation, has been appointed as Professor and Head of the School of Rural Medicine at the University of New England. He will take up the position in September.   » Read more

  8. Feb 2011 More Indigenous Doctors

    In 2011, 13 indigenous students commenced Bachelor of Medicine - Joint Medical Program (JMP). Studying at either the University of Newcastle or University of New England in Armidale, this is the largest single cohort of Indigenous students admitted to the Bachelor of Medicine - JMP.   » Read more

  9. Jan 2011 Leadership changes

    The end of 2010 saw the end of an era with Professor Michael Hensley handing over his role as Dean of Medicine – JMP and Head of the School of Medicine and Public Health.   » Read more

  10. Jan 2011 Dr Malcolm Ireland retires

    Dr Malcolm Ireland formally stepped down as Program Convenor at the end of 2010. The medical program and the JMP owes an enormous debt to Malcolm who has steered the development of the JMP while at the same time running the Newcastle BMed program.   » Read more

  11. Dec 2010 New specialists at Armidale

    The JMP has co-funded four new positions at Armidale Hospital as part of its plans to improve medical services in the area and increase access for JMP students to high-quality teaching staff.   » Read more

  12. Nov 2010 Extensive review of learning activities

    The majority of learning for JMP students in their first three years is delivered in small groups in a problem-based learning environment, which is supported by lecture style and interactive presentations to help students meet particular aspects of their learning targets. Interactive presentations are referred to as Fixed Resource Sessions (FRSs), and are intended to be highly interactive. The styles used often depend on the complexity of content covered, and the preference of the presenter.   » Read more

  13. Oct 2010 e-Portfolio Trials

    Following an intensive investigation phase, the e-Portfolio project was trialled with a volunteer group of students studying Women's and Children's Health in Year 4 during 2010.   » Read more

  14. Sep 2010 Academic Student Mentor Scheme

    The Academic Student Mentor Scheme was developed to support early identification of students requiring assistance and to work with them in developing strategies to address issues affecting their performance. The scheme supports the JMP Student Welfare and Fitness to Practise procedure which emphasises early identification of and support to 'impaired' students.   » Read more

  15. Jul 2010 Wyong Hospital to get major training boost

    Medical students based at the JMP's Central Coast Clinical School will benefit from access to expanded training facilities planned for Wyong Hospital.   » Read more

  16. Jul 2010 Tablelands Clinical School now training students

    The JMP received $5.5 million dollars in Commonwealth funding, awarded under the Rural Education Infrastructure Development (REID) program to construct and fit out the Tablelands Clinical School and develop a training practice building in consultation with the New England Division of General Practice and GP Synergy.   » Read more

  17. Jun 2010 New PVC (Health) commences in Newcastle

    Professor Nick Talley, one of the most cited clinical scientists in the field of gastroenterology, commenced his position as Pro Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Health in June, 2010.   » Read more

  18. May 2010 Changes to Year 3

    The JMPs first students commenced Year 3 in 2010. The revised Year 3 curriculum was first implemented during 2009, and incorporated subspecialty practice and chronic disease management, with clinical placements in specialist clinics and general practices across our urban and rural footprint.   » Read more