Anatomy is the science that studies the structure and the form of different organisms, including humans, and the relationships of their parts. You will study structure - from the whole human body to the tissue, cellular and sub-cellular level, and relate structure to function in the adult and during embryonic development. The anatomy of other species are also considered. Your theoretical study is underpinned by practical experience in our excellent dissecting room facilities. The understanding of anatomy and the different anatomical systems (e.g. skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, nervous systems) and components (e.g. muscle cells, neurons) has a major repercussion in modern medicine, pathology and in the comprehension of human evolution.

This course is new for 2016 and we envisage that graduates of this course will continue on with research within the field of Anatomical Sciences. The significant research skills and experience gained in the final year-long research project will be attractive in both industry and academia.