This department is charged with delivering an informative and challenging curriculum for the undergraduate students enrolled in the Medical School, which will prepare them for the next stage of their medical education.

Message From the Associate Dean

Welcome!

The four year undergraduate curriculum in the Faculty of Medicine at Dalhousie University offers a challenging and exciting program supported by a superb faculty.  The curriculum is undergoing a renewal to reflect the most modern approaches to medical education, using technology to connect students in the two campuses in Halifax and Saint John and in the clerkship years throughout the Maritimes. 

The first two preclinical years support the development of foundational knowledge, skills and professional behaviours with a mixture of classroom work, clinical skills and electives.  The core clerkship is a 12 month experience in settings ranging from tertiary care to ambulatory and urban to rural.  The final year supports student electives and preparation for career decisions. 

We are well known for our Humanities program that not only leads to well-rounded clinicians but provides a fulfilling experience as members of the Dalhousie community.  Faculty are approachable, provide excellent role models and opportunities for clinical and research experiences early in the program.  The success of the program lies with an enthusiastic student body who contribute to the development, administration and governance of the program.  Graduates of our program consistently perform in the top quartile of the Medical Council of Canada exams and lead the country in obtaining the residency program of their choice.  They are well respected as committed and skilled clinicians contributing to the profession and their communities. 

Dianne Delva  

Associate Dean, Undergraduate Medical Education

Be sure to check out the Associate Deans weekly Blog at:

https://blogs.dal.ca/ugme