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The University of Edinburgh: Anatomical Sciences (Online Learning)

Institution The University of Edinburgh View institution profile
Department School of Biomedical Sciences
Web https://www.ed.ac.uk/studying
Study type Taught

Summary

The Anatomical Sciences programme is a unique opportunity for students who want to explore aspects of human anatomy through the flexibility of an online learning programme. This is a postgraduate level qualification for medical, biomedical, allied health professionals and those in holistic practice with an interest in human anatomy. The programme draws upon the highly regarded teaching and research staff within the University.

What will you learn?

The Anatomical Sciences programme will develop your knowledge of: basic human anatomy covering several different body systems and human development. Optional courses in year 2 allow you to focus on areas of your interest including: - medical and anatomical visualisation techniques

  • microscopic structure of tissues and organs

  • how technology is used to replicate the human anatomical form and function

Year 1 In Year 1 you will develop your knowledge of basic human anatomy and human development with courses in human anatomy, embryology, and neuroanatomy.

Fundamentals of Human Anatomy 1 and 2: Through Fundamentals of Human Anatomy 1 you will develop an understanding of basic human anatomy, with focus on the musculoskeletal, respiratory and endocrine systems. In Fundamentals of Human Anatomy 2, you will continue to explore the human body systems, focusing on cardiovascular, urinary, lymphatic, integumentary and digestive systems.

Embryology: You will explore aspects of human development from ovulation through fertilisation, pre-and post-implantation to embryonic and fetal development of body systems. You will also look at what happens when typical human development is altered and how this manifests in commonly developed abnormalities.

Neuroanatomy: You will develop your understanding of the nervous system, including gross anatomy of the central nervous system, gross anatomy of the peripheral nervous system, and spinal cord, spinal nerves, and autonomic nervous system.

Year 2 On successful completion of Year 1, you will expand your anatomical knowledge in Year 2 with compulsory courses in Advanced Human Anatomy. You will explore the upper limb, lower limb and thorax regions in Advanced Human Anatomy 1, and then the abdomen, pelvis, and head and neck regions in Advanced Human Anatomy 2. In year 2 you will also choose two courses from the following options:

Imaging: This course will provide you with an excellent understanding of the use of medical imaging techniques to study the anatomy of the human body.

Histology: This course will introduce you to the microscopic structure of tissues and organs. It will initially look at the histology of the basic tissues before going on to look at the histology of specific structures within body systems. Areas covered will include:

  • introductions to cell and tissue types

  • respiratory

  • urinary & reproductive

  • digestive

  • circulatory

Visualising Human Anatomy: This course will provide you with an excellent understanding of the use of visualisation techniques in relation to anatomy education. A range of topics focusing on how visualisation is used as a teaching method will include:

  • the history of anatomical visualisation

  • advances in technology including the use of MRI and CT scans

  • the development of virtual reality

  • how these developments aid or hinder anatomy education

Artificial Organs: This course will provide you with an excellent understanding of how technology is used to replicate the human anatomical form and function in organs and in body systems. A range of topics including advancements in areas such as the artificial heart, lungs, liver, kidney and limbs will be covered. Please note that Diploma Optional Courses availability will be subject to student demand. Course availability and allocations will be finalised in consultation with students.

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The University of Edinburgh is one of the world's top universities, consistently ranked in the world top 50, and placed 22nd in the 2024 QS World University Rankings.

Our position as one of Britain’s leading research universities was reaffirmed by the results of the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF). The University of Edinburgh is one of the world’s top research-intensive universities, ranked 4th in the UK for research power (Times Higher Education, Overall Ranking of Institutions), with 90% of our research activity classified as world leading or internationally excellent in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.

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