This programme is divided into three phases in which the underlying biomedical sciences are integrated with an increasing proportion of clinical practice; theoretical learning is carried out in small, problem-based groups and is supported by lectures, together with communication and clinical skills modules, the Human Anatomy Resource Centre and laboratory sessions; building on the graduate's prior knowledge, year 1 of the 4-year programme enables fast-tracking throughout the first 2 years of the 5-year BDS programme (A200); this builds on prior knowledge to fast-track graduates through the medical core of years 1 and 2 of the 5-year programme; it includes experience in clinical and communication skills and at the end of year 1, students undertake the same assessment as those completing year 2 of the 5-year programme; successful candidates then follow the final 3 years of the 5-year BDS programme (A200); there are no places for overseas students from outside the EU on this programme.