Education
Combining theoretical teaching and practical training to develop students' clinical skills.
We expect all academic staff to teach
Depending on the type of employment (PhD, postdocs, professor, etc.), there may be different requirements for the extent of teaching, but in general, we expect all academic staff to teach.
3 things that characterise teaching at the department:
Knowledge-heavy with a large curriculum
Becoming a physician requires extensive theoretical knowledge, and as a teacher, you’ll be part of a team guiding medical students through substantial reading material and multiple exams. Theoretical teaching takes the form of both classic lectures in large classes and small group teaching.
Practical clinical training
Students must reach an appropriate level of clinical skills through practical exercises. Teaching takes primarily place in the clinic but also as skill training through simulation with mannequins and role-playing and Virtual Reality where students can interact with virtual patients and environments.
A broad education
The medicine programme is centred around the clinical and theoretical education in the medical specialities, together with other important areas as e.g. ethics and communication Furthermore there a range of elective courses as part of the curriculum.
How teaching and research interact
Exposure to fresh perspectives
Interacting with students exposes you to diverse viewpoints and novel ideas. Questions and insights from the students will probably challenge your assumptions and introduce new angles to your research. And maybe you can even benefit from inviting some of the students into your research?
Feedback loop benefits your research
Teaching allows you to present your research in a simplified and structured manner. This process can help you identify gaps, refine your arguments, and enhance the overall clarity of your work through continuous feedback from students.
Research assistance from talented students
Engaging students in your research projects can provide valuable assistance. Talented and motivated students can contribute to data collection, literature reviews, and even co-authoring papers, increasing the productivity and scope of your research.
Skill development via teaching
Teaching hones your communication and organisational skills. Explaining complex concepts in an understandable way improves your ability to articulate your research findings to both academic and non-academic audiences.
Networking and strong collaborations
Establishing strong relationships with students can lead to long-term professional connections. Some students may become future colleagues, collaborators, or even experts in your field, expanding your academic and professional network.
