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The first new students are expected to arrive at a state-of-the-art medical school in Bolton in a matter of months. The 1,100 student capacity Institute of Medicine, built on the grounds of Royal Bolton Hospital in Farnworth, has been one of the most highly anticipated projects the borough has seen in recent years. The scheme, started at first by the University of Bolton , now Greater Manchester has been underway since 2018 and will feature facilities designed by Universal AV.
University IT operations manager Ian Moth said: “Universal AV’s deep understanding of the university’s infrastructure and teaching methods was invaluable. “They helped redesign and integrate technology based on the needs of our academics, ensuring seamless compatibility across campus. All kinds of equipment have been installed (Image: Wolfenden) “Their experience with our existing systems allowed us to standardize equipment, making the technology user-friendly for staff across departments.
” After launching in 2018 the project was paused with the onset of the Covid pandemic in 2020. But a levelling up grant from the government aimed at helping to address NHS staff shortages was awarded not long after. LCD screens have been installed (Image: Wolfenden) The chance to work with the university on the medical institute project then went out to tender with Universal AV selected.
The company installed a wide range of equipment including video walls in the lecture theatre There was also an anatamage table was also connected back to the LED video walls through the educator lectern, allowing students to view digital cadavers on the screens. Students will be able to get first hand experience (Image: Wolfenden) There has also been SMOT technology installed within the institute which is widely used in hospitals for continuing professional development training . This is aimed at providing continuity for students transitioning from academic to professional environments.
The first students will be arriving school (Image: Wolfenden) The boardroom and general teaching classrooms will also feature bring your own device capabilities . ALSO READ: New £40M Bolton med school 'comes to life' as building work finished ALSO READ: Look inside new £40M medical institute as public asked for 'health heroes' ALSO READ: University of Bolton to accept first intake of medical students next year This aims to create easy-to-use environments complete with screens, microphones, cameras, speakers and amplifiers. Mr Moth said: “Universal AV’s attention to detail, including the aesthetics and cable management, was exceptional.
“Their work on the LED wall, which replaced the original projection plan due to rising costs, delivered a superior experience for students.” In September 2025, the university will welcome its first cohort of medical students, with the first graduates expected in 2028..
