MSc Clinical Anatomy
Academic Year 2021/22
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Programme Title |
MSc Clinical Anatomy |
Final Award |
Master of Science |
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Programme Code |
MED-MSC-CA |
UCAS Code |
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HECoS Code |
100264 |
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ATAS Clearance Required |
No |
Health Check Required |
No |
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Portfolio Required |
Interview Required |
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Mode of Study |
Full Time |
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Type of Programme |
Postgraduate |
Length of Programme |
Full Time - 1 Academic Year(s) |
Total Credits for Programme |
180 |
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Exit Awards available |
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INSTITUTE INFORMATION
Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
School/Department |
Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences |
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Quality Code Higher Education Credit Framework for England |
Level 7 |
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Subject Benchmark Statements The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies |
N/A |
Accreditations (PSRB) |
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REGULATION INFORMATION
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations No |
Programme Specific Regulations AWARDS, CREDITS AND PROGRESSION OF LEARNING OUTCOMES |
Students with protected characteristics Normally there are no barriers but being a laboratory-based subject each case will be considered individually. |
Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) Yes |
EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF PROGRAMME
To equip students with a significant and wide-ranging knowledge of clinically relevant human anatomy.
To develop student’s ability in using their anatomical knowledge to inform understanding and decision making in complex clinical practice or research.
To provide students with the skills to interpret and identify key anatomical features of clinical relevance from a range of anatomical specimens, including dissections, microscopic anatomy and radiological anatomy.
To develop the student’s critical analysis and writing skills through work such as the anatomy project module.
To foster the acquisition of the skills required to undertake anatomical research and scholarship.
To increase student’s capability for self-directed and life-long learning.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Analyse and integrate observations on different anatomical specimens to create greater comprehension of the complexity of the human body. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Practical classes; gathering and manipulating data for the academic paper in the Anatomy Project module Methods of Assessment Oral and poster presentations; specimen analyses; written reports; practical examination; academic paper for the Anatomy Project module |
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Evaluate different methods of the study of human anatomy, adopting the most appropriate for particular analyses. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Practical classes; gathering and manipulating data for the academic paper in the Anatomy Project module Methods of Assessment Oral and poster presentations; written reports; academic paper for the Anatomy Project module |
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Generate working hypotheses to allow interpretation and synthesis of anatomical observations and concepts. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Research undertaken within the framework of the Anatomy Project module Methods of Assessment Academic paper for the Anatomy Project module |
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Judge the ethical aspects of the study of human anatomy. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures; gathering and manipulating data for the academic paper in the Anatomy Project module Methods of Assessment Written reports; academic paper for the Anatomy Project module |
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Debate the scientific viewpoints contributing to an anatomical research project. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Gathering and manipulating data for the academic paper in the Anatomy Project module Methods of Assessment Oral presentation and academic paper for the Anatomy Project module |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Demonstrate the ability to produce a well-constructed and organised scientific report on a specific piece of project work. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Continuous assessment; research undertaken with the framework of the Anatomy Project module Methods of Assessment Written reports; academic paper for the Anatomy Project module |
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Apply critical analysis and reasoning to their own work and that of others. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Continuous assessment; research undertaken with the framework of the Anatomy Project module Methods of Assessment Written reports; oral presentation and academic paper for the Anatomy Project module |
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Demonstrate effective use of digital and e-learning platforms. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Use of virtual microscope slide platforms Methods of Assessment Oral and poster presentations; academic paper for the Anatomy Project module |
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Use successful strategies to foster and develop their anatomical knowledge and understanding including the ability to work independently. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Practical classes; continuous assessment; research undertaken within the framework of the Anatomy Project module Methods of Assessment Oral and poster presentations; specimen analyses; written reports; academic paper for the Anatomy Project module |
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Improve their ability to work in groups by participating actively in team-based tasks and group learning opportunities. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Group work during practical classes Methods of Assessment The utilisation of both peer and staff assessment of group product quality and individual contribution |
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Prioritize tasks and manage their time efficiently. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Schedule the undertaking of study opportunities and complete a range of continuous assessment elements within a time-limited framework Methods of Assessment Completion of continuous assessment within agreed deadlines; successful completion of study schedules in time for summative assessments |
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Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Continuous assessment; research undertaken within the framework of the Anatomy Project module Methods of Assessment Oral and poster presentations; specimen analyses; written reports; oral presentation and academic paper for the Anatomy Project module |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Describe and discuss the detailed anatomy of extensive regions of the human body. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Practical classes; lectures; self-directed learning Methods of Assessment Oral and poster presentations; specimen analyses; written reports; practical examinations |
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Demonstrate comprehensive application of anatomical knowledge to clinical and research situations. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Practical classes; lectures; self-directed learning Methods of Assessment Oral exam and poster presentations; written reports; oral presentation and academic paper for the Anatomy Project module |
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Describe and evaluate the contribution and integration of important branches of human anatomy such as cadaveric, microscopical, embryological and radiological anatomy. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Practical classes; lectures; self-directed learning Methods of Assessment Oral and poster presentations; written reports; academic paper for the Anatomy Project module |
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Demonstrate that an appreciation of normal functional anatomy is essential to the understanding of the anatomical manifestations of disease and injury. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Practical classes; lectures; continuous assessment; self-directed learning Methods of Assessment Oral and poster presentations; written reports; practical examinations; academic paper for the Anatomy Project module |
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Demonstrate a complete understanding of the knowledge that particularly pertains to a specific area of anatomical research. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Anatomy Project module; self-directed learning Methods of Assessment Oral presentation and academic paper for the Anatomy Project module |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Demonstrate competence in observational skills including the ability to identify vital structures in previously unseen anatomical specimens. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Practical classes Methods of Assessment Specimen analyses; practical examinations |
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Demonstrate competence in various methods used to prepare anatomical specimens. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Practical classes; lectures; self-directed learning Methods of Assessment Anatomy Project module |
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Demonstrate competence in methods of recording observations by for example digital photography. Briefly describe and comply with relevant legislation that applies to working with anatomical specimens e.g. The Human Tissue Act 2004; Health & Safety legislation. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Practical classes; lectures; self-directed learning Methods of Assessment Written reports; oral presentation and academic paper for the Anatomy Project module |
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Demonstrate experience in scientific project management including the resources required to undertake the project and awareness of the appropriate actions that need to be taken in relation to Health & Safety including COSHH requirements. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Research undertaken within the framework of the Anatomy Project module Methods of Assessment Academic paper for the Anatomy Project module |
MODULE INFORMATION
Programme Requirements
Module Title |
Module Code |
Level/ stage |
Credits |
Availability |
Duration |
Pre-requisite |
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Assessment |
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S1 |
S2 |
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Core |
Option |
Coursework % |
Practical % |
Examination % |
Anatomy Project |
SCM8079 |
7 |
60 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
80% |
20% |
0% |
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Applied Anatomy of the Trunk |
SCM8112 |
7 |
40 |
YES |
YES |
24 weeks |
N |
YES |
50% |
50% |
0% |
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Applied Anatomy of the Head, Neck and Brain |
SCM8113 |
7 |
40 |
YES |
YES |
24 weeks |
N |
YES |
50% |
50% |
0% |
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Applied anatomy of the Limbs and Back |
SCM8114 |
7 |
40 |
YES |
YES |
24 weeks |
N |
YES |
50% |
50% |
0% |
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Notes |
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