Behavioural sciences in medicine at the University of Sydney.
The two-year preclinical course in Behavioural Sciences in Medicine at the University of Sydney is described. A brief history of the development of the department is followed by a description of the course objectives, and the way that these objectives are translated into course content. The supervision of assignment work in the community is considered to be an essential part of the department's work. Ongoing evaluation of the course contributes to its development and refinement.
D001315:Australia; D001525:Behavioral Sciences / Q000193:education*; D003479:Curriculum; D004504:Education, Medical, Undergraduate; D004521:Educational Measurement; D005194:Family Practice / Q000193:education