University of Worcester opens brand new medical centre

The former Worcester News building will become the home of the University’s new Three Counties Medical School and will welcome 1,500 medical students to the new campus in September.

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TRANSFORMED: New class rooms in the building (Image: University of Worcester)

On the outside, the building is a striking golden colour, nestled on the banks of the River Severn.

It has officially been named Elizabeth Garrett Anderson after the first woman to qualify as a physician and surgeon in the UK.

Inside, the space has been transformed with a new atrium, simulated GP consultation rooms, light and spacious social learning spaces and a café with indoor and outdoor seating.

It is also home to a stunning new anatomy suite with high-tech equipment for students to learn about the human body and perform procedures in a controlled environment.

Seating and study areas (Image: University of Worcester)

A formal opening ceremony will take place later in the year.

Professor Sandra Nicholson, Founding Dean of the Three Counties Medical School, said: “We are looking forward to welcoming our first cohort of medical students in September who will have the opportunity to learn in this outstanding new facility.

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"Many thanks go to our NHS partners and many others who have supported us in our journey to establish a medical school in Worcester, which will make a huge contribution to the people of this region.”

The building is now ready for September (Image: University of Worcester)

The gold-coloured inert copper alloy cladding on the exterior is an efficient, long-lasting-material providing a weather-tight covering to a thick layer of insulation, making the building inexpensive to heat or cool depending on the season.

Prof David Green CBE DL, Vice Chancellor and Chief Executive at the University, said: “We are delighted that this new facility is complete and ready for use by our health students, including our new medical students starting in September.

"I would like to express my sincere thanks to all the partners who have supported us, including the Clive Richards Foundation, the Kildare Trust, our local NHS partners, Worcester Town’s Fund and the office for Students.”

A formal opening ceremony will take place later in the year.