A maximum of 25 contact hours per week is allowed, including all concurrent coursework, averaged over the length of the block/module. Contact hours refer to the time required to participate fully in scheduled instructional or interactive activities under faculty supervision. These activities include but are not limited to, lectures, laboratory sessions, small group discussions, and clinical assignments.
Policy Name
Policy on Contact Hours (Pre-clerkship Curriculum)
Policy Number - DO NOT USE
Original Approval Date
20 November 2024
Approved by
Curriculum Committee (20 November 2024)
Periodic Review Schedule
Every 3 years, next review due on 01 DEC 2027
Applicable Stakeholders
Medical students, pre-clerkship course and module directors
To specify the maximum time students may spend on pre-clerkship educational activities.
Notified Groups & Methods of Communication
MS1 and MS2 Students, MMS Website
Public, MMS Website
Related Policies
Policy on Academic Workload (Pre-clerkship Curriculum)
Type of policy
Minor Revision of an existing policy
Template Completion Date
21 November 2024
Originating Office/Committee
Office of Educational Programs
Responsible Office/Committee For Implementation And Monitoring
Office of Educational Programs
LCME Required Policy
Yes
8.8 Monitoring Student Time
The medical school faculty committee responsible for the medical curriculum and the program’s administration and leadership ensure the development and implementation of effective policies and procedures regarding the amount of time medical students spend in required activities, including the total number of hours medical students are required to spend in clinical and educational activities throughout the curriculum.