About

The Pears Cumbria School of Medicine is a unique partnership between University of Cumbria and Imperial College London designed to meet the region’s needs.

This medical school collaboration combines the University of Cumbria’s longstanding reputation in training healthcare professionals with Imperial College London’s world-class expertise in medical education.

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Our vision

We are dedicated to improving the health outcomes of Cumbria and the North West.

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Our location

Beyond our forward-thinking degree, Cumbria is a place you can proudly call home.

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Become a doctor with us

Have a successful career embedded in the local community.

Meet our team

Learn from our leading healthcare experts.

Our support from The Pears Foundation

We proudly receive support from the Pears Foundation, an innovative family foundation.

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