School of Medicine (Trinity College Dublin)

The School of Medicine, Trinity College Dublin, is the medical school of the University of Dublin, located in Dublin, Ireland. It is the oldest medical school in Ireland, with its origins dating back to 1711. The School offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in medicine, as well as degrees in related disciplines such as biomedical sciences, human health, and pharmacy.

The undergraduate medical degree program is a five-year program, although a six-year program exists for students entering without prior science qualifications. The curriculum is integrated, with a focus on both basic sciences and clinical practice. Students undertake clinical rotations in affiliated hospitals throughout Dublin, including St. James's Hospital, Tallaght University Hospital, and St. Vincent's University Hospital.

The School of Medicine is actively involved in medical research across a wide range of disciplines. These include cancer research, immunology, neuroscience, and global health. Research is conducted in state-of-the-art facilities, often in collaboration with other institutions nationally and internationally.

Admission to the School of Medicine is highly competitive. Entry is primarily based on academic performance, with successful candidates typically having achieved high grades in their secondary school examinations. Non-EU applicants are considered and assessed based on the equivalence of their qualifications.

The School of Medicine is committed to providing a high-quality medical education and to training future generations of doctors who are well-equipped to meet the challenges of modern healthcare. It maintains strong links with the medical profession and actively contributes to the development of healthcare policy in Ireland.