Members of the public attended a community consultation at the University of Bolton to hear about exciting plans for a new School of Medicine.

The audience listened to presentations from Professor George E Holmes DL, President and Vice Chancellor of the University of Bolton; Dr Fiona Noden, Chief Executive of Bolton NHS Foundation Trust, and Professor Iqbal Singh, Pro Vice Chancellor, Institute of Medicine at the University of Bolton.

The event, held in the Deane Lecture Theatre, was chaired by the University’s Provost Professor Zubair Hanslot.

Medical professionals, councillors and members of the public were among the attendees who took part in a

Throughout August, The Institute of Medicine welcomed 15 students from Shanghai University of Medicine and Health Services to their Healthcare Summer School, which involved a journey of learning, cultural exploration and camaraderie. This Summer School marked a significant chapter in the Institute of Medicine’s global outreach programme as it welcomed its first group of students for an immersive summer school experience.

Professor George E Holmes DL DSc, President and Vice Chancellor of the University of Bolton, welcomed the students and said the University was committed to helping to develop careers in the health sector.

He said: This Medicine Summer School provides a really good insight into how to prepare to secure a place at a UK medical school.

“It teaches clinical skills that allows students to understand the work of a medic, as well as developing confidence in presenting the reason