MSc Human Anatomy

at University College Cork

The programme is full-time over three semesters. Students take taught modules to the value of 60 credits and complete a research dissertation (AN6010) to the value of 30 credits.
 

Modules
 

Part I 

Core Modules (55 credits)

• AN6002 Human Gross Anatomy I (15 credits)

• AN6003 Human Gross Anatomy II (15 credits)

• AN6004 Neuroanatomy (10 credits)

• AN6009 Radiological Imaging (5 credits)

• AN6011 Learning and Teaching in Anatomy Education (10 credits)
   

Elective Modules* (choose 5 credits)

• AN6008 Biomechanics of Human Movement (5 credits)

• AN6012 Human Embryological Development (5 credits)
   

Part II

• AN6010 Research Dissertation (30 credits)
   

*Elective modules will run based on meeting the requirement for the minimum number of students.

• Candidates will be required to hold a minimum Second Class Honours Grade II in a primary honours degree (NFQ Level 8) or equivalent in a subject related to that of the MSc programme such as (but not exclusive to) healthcare, nursing, biomedical, bioengineering, pre-med or any biological science; Or hold a medical qualification of the NUI or an equivalent institution, and hold full professional registration with the Medical Council of Ireland or equivalent national regulatory body.

• Applications will also be considered from registered nurses who completed their training prior to the introduction of honours nursing degree programmes. Such candidates must hold full professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) or equivalent.

• In exceptional circumstances applicants with a Second Class Honours Grade II in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) or equivalent, in a subject unrelated to that of the MSc, may be recommended for entry to the programme under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), subject to the approval of the Programme Committee.
   

  Minimum Requirements and Accepted English Language Tests & Examinations
  
  The minimum English language entry requirements for admission onto a postgraduate programme at UCC are outlined below. These requirements are for postgraduate applicants whose first language is not English. If Gaeilge (Irish) is your first language these requirements do not apply to you.
   

  There are a small number of programmes with a higher minimum English language entry requirement and we list these below under Programmes with a Higher Minimum English Language Requirement.
  
  IELTS*    

   

• 6.5 Overall

• 6.0 Individual Skills (academic version)
   

• TOEFL iBT    
   

• 90 Overall

• Listening 20

• Reading 19

• Speaking 21

• Writing 20

The EU fee for this course is €9,900.
 

The Non-EU fee for this course is €16,000.

• What can I do after I graduate with an MSc in Human Anatomy?
   

The MSc in Human Anatomy will enhance the application profile of graduates furthering their career paths. Graduates will be equipped with skills that enable them to excel in careers in anatomical sciences including teaching and technical positions. Applications by medical graduates seeking positions on clinical schemes will be enhanced by the advanced skills and knowledge gained in this course.
 

• Occupations associated with an MSc in Human Anatomy.
   

Occupations of graduates with an MSc in Human Anatomy will pursue a career within academic/allied health settings as a medical demonstrator, instructor, teaching fellow, prosector, technician. Also, lab-based careers in the medical device industry, as well as medical illustrator, are also potential occupations. This MSc is also suitable for those in medical or surgical fields to further their career as well as providing opportunities for those having completed a relevant undergraduate degree.