MSc Clinical Anatomy
Queen's University of Belfast - Medical Faculty
Key Information
Campus location
Belfast, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
1 year
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
GBP 8,360 / per year
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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Introduction
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 emphasize clinically and surgically relevant anatomy, although they are not designed exclusively for clinicians.
Please note a deposit will be required to secure a place.
Clinical Anatomy Highlights
Queen's is one of the few medical schools in the UK where students have access to human cadaveric teaching material in a purpose-built facility licensed by the Human Tissue Authority (HTA).
World Class Facilities
- Queen's is one of the few medical schools in the UK where students have access to human cadaveric teaching material in a purpose-built facility licensed by the Human Tissue Authority (HTA).
Internationally Renowned Experts
- Teaching will be based in the Centre for Biomedical Sciences Education, whose staff have won a number of Queen's University Teaching Awards in recent years.
Admissions
Curriculum
Anatomy Modules:
Applied Anatomy of the Trunk
This module will cover theoretical and practical aspects of applied clinical anatomy of the regions of trunk including the thorax, abdomen, and pelvis by the study of relevant human embalmed specimens and their radiology.
Applied Anatomy of the Head, Neck, and Brain
This module will cover the applied/clinically relevant anatomy of the head and neck region, including the central nervous system and cranial nerves, by the study of human embalmed material and relevant radiology/imagery.
Applied Anatomy of the Limbs and Back
This module will cover the detailed anatomy of the upper and lower limbs and the back through the study of a range of human cadaveric specimens. Particular emphasis will be made on functional and clinical anatomy.
Anatomy Project
This module comprises a student-led piece of research/scholarly activity in the general field of anatomy, overseen by an academic supervisor. The research may be on any aspect of anatomical science including gross, microscopical, radiological, comparative, or archaeological anatomy or any combination thereof.
Scholarships and Funding
We offer prestigious, competitive scholarships of up to 50% off tuition fees to new international students. You must have an offer to study a full-time course with us in 2023 to apply for a scholarship. Find out more by contacting the university.
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Career Opportunities
This program 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.
Graduate Plus/Future Ready Award for extra-curricular skills
In addition to your degree programme, at Queen's you can have the opportunity to gain wider life, academic and employability skills. For example, placements, voluntary work, clubs, societies, sports, and lots more. So not only do you graduate with a degree recognized by a world-leading university, you'll have practical national and international experience plus a wider exposure to life overall. We call this Graduate Plus/Future Ready Award. It's what makes studying at Queen's University Belfast special.