Clinical Anatomy

Overview

This MSc in Clinical Anatomy aims to provide students with a greater understanding of advanced human anatomy including appropriate radiological anatomy, microscopic anatomy and embryology.



The modules presented emphasise clinically and surgically relevant anatomy, although they are not designed exclusively for clinicians.



Intercalated Medical and Dental Students: Completing an intercalated degree will boost your CV when applying for postgraduate training. Depending on the discipline, selection panels look for completion of an additional degree, or for publications or posters. An intercalated degree gives you the opportunity to improve your chances of future success.



Course Structure

Students undertake three taught modules (120 CATS) and the Anatomy Project module (60 CATS).



The MSc is awarded to students who successfully complete 120 CATS of taught modules and the Anatomy Project (60 CATS).



A Diploma exit qualification is available for those students who have successfully completed 120 CAT points of taught modules.



A Certificate exit qualification is available for those students who have successfully completed 60 CAT points of taught modules.

Year 1

Core Modules

Applied Anatomy of the Head, Neck and Brain (40 credits)

Applied Anatomy of the Trunk (40 credits)

Anatomy Project (60 credits)

Applied anatomy of the Limbs and Back (40 credits)

Graduate

A medical or dental degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University, or a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in a relevant discipline (e.g. Anatomy, Biomedical Science, Human Biology), provided that all applicants have studied human anatomy as a significant part of their undergraduate degree.



An external medical or dental student wishing to intercalate will be considered if:

a) they have successfully completed all assessments at first attempt for the year in which they are applying.

b) they have achieved at least an overall Upper Second Class Honours degree standard as determined by their University.

c) they have permission to intercalate from their Medical or Dental School, as appropriate.

Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible and ideally not later than 31st July 2025. In the event that any programme receives a high number of applications, the University reserves the right to close the application portal prior to the deadline stated on course finder. Notifications to this effect will appear on the application portal against the programme application page.



Please note: A deposit will be required to secure a place on this course.

1 year (Full Time)

Entry Year: 2025/26

Career Prospects

This programme will support career development for trainees in many medical specialties and those from the allied health professionals undertaking continued professional development. It would also be of benefit to those wishing to engage in a career as an anatomy teacher.