Course Overview

This programme combines the core modules from the MSc in Clinical Anatomy programme with our Higher Education Academy-accredited MSc in Health Professions Education programme.

This programme offers you the opportunity to conduct whole-body dissection and, in doing so, develop a deep understanding of the complex nature of the whole of the human body and how that relates to your clinical practice.

You will gain the unique experience of working with various cadaveric materials preserved using Thiel, Formalin and plastination embalming techniques. In particular, dissection using Thiel-embalmed cadavers offers the benefit of viewing material as close to living tissue as possible.

You will have the opportunity to learn from experts at the forefront of new developments in clinical anatomy, which create a dynamic and supportive learning environment as part of a diverse and welcoming community. As well as learning from their expertise, you will be challenged to think differently and learn skills to become a self-directed learner as you continue to develop your anatomy knowledge throughout your career.

The MSc features guest seminars from visiting surgeons and consultants, who will share patient cases with you so you can apply your knowledge to a clinical setting. These experts come from various specialities, including plastic, cardiothoracic and orthopaedic surgeons, gastroenterologists, radiologists and emergency medicine doctors.

This programme also provides a comprehensive professional education that focuses on developing teachers and researchers of anatomy. You can choose from various education electives, where you will study alongside students in the MSc in Health Professions Education programme. You will have the opportunity to conduct a high-quality educational research project supported by experts in medical education.

By undertaking the MSc in Clinical Anatomy and Education, you can put your educational training into practice with the opportunity to teach anatomy in our undergraduate Medicine programme. This experience will prepare you to teach anatomy in a medical environment, whether or not you come from a clinical background. Moreover, you will leave the programme with enough teaching experience to become an Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and gain the right to use the post-nominal letters AFHEA.

*You will be based predominantly at the University of Hull. The optional education modules are delivered primarily through distance learning, with optional face-to-face opportunities at the University of York campus. 

General Eligibility

Applicants must have a 2:1 (Hons) degree in Biomedical Science, Anatomical Science, Veterinary Medicine, Zoology or a related subject, including training in human or mammalian biology with considerable emphasis on anatomy. You are encouraged to highlight previous anatomical experience in your application.

Intercalating students

Intercalating medical students must have completed at least three years of an MB BS or comparable medical qualification.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS: 6.5, with no less than 6.0 in each component.