Anatomy and Development (BSc) C183

Introducing BSc Anatomy and Development

The fields of anatomy and developmental biology are closely interlinked.

Knowledge of anatomy is important in many areas of biology and medicine, including developmental biology.

Similarly, developmental biology tells us much about how normal anatomy is formed and maintained.

Understanding the anatomy and development of tissues and organs is essential to the emerging area of tissue repair.

Note: we are currently reviewing the structure and names of our programmes for the 2023 admissions cycle. Updates will be confirmed and available by April 2023.

In Years 1 and 2 of your BSc (Hons) degree, you will undertake a broad programme of study in biomedical sciences. This structure is shared by all our undergraduate Biomedical Sciences degree programmes.

You will be introduced to Anatomy and Development in your Year 1 and 2 compulsory courses.

Specialisation in Anatomy and Development will begin in Year 3. In your final year, you will focus on these disciplines.

How will I learn?

We use a blend of learning and teaching approaches.

In-person teaching includes:

• lectures
• tutorials
• discussion groups
• workshops
• laboratory work

This is blended with digital teaching using our virtual learning environment. Here you will find electronic resources, including:

• video recordings
• laboratory simulations
• discussion boards
• supplementary reading and reference material

The importance of research underpins all years of study on the programme. Academic staff who are actively involved in internationally recognised research will teach you.

The balance between teacher-directed learning and independent personal study is an important element of student learning. In Years 3 and 4, the emphasis moves towards self-directed study and discussion-based learning to enhance your learning experience.

How will I be assessed?

You will complete in-course assessments and exams in all years.

Your degree classification will be based on your performance in Years 3 and 4.

All applicants are required to demonstrate a level of English language competency, regardless of their nationality or country of residence. These requirements are listed by programme.

The broad analytical, scientific and personal skills you gain on this programme will equip you for a variety of careers.

This programme will particularly appeal to those planning:

• a career in biomedical research or a related area
• a graduate-entry career in industry, management or the public sector

Previous graduates have been employed in science and non-science sectors, including:

• teaching
• marketing
• accountancy
• policy research

A large proportion of our graduates choose to go on to further study before entering successful academic or industry-based research careers.