Human Anatomy
Master human anatomy with full-body dissection, advanced research, and clinical insight in a specialist Anatomy Centre.
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Study a specialist MSc in Human Anatomy designed to develop advanced anatomical knowledge through hands-on learning. You’ll carry out full-body dissection using Thiel-embalmed cadavers, gaining a highly realistic understanding of human structure and function.
This postgraduate anatomy degree combines clinical application, research skills, and anatomical science, preparing you for careers in anatomy, medical education, or further academic study.
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Study MSc Human Anatomy with full cadaveric dissection
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Train using Thiel-embalmed cadavers
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Learn in a specialist UK Anatomy Centre
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Develop advanced anatomical and research skills
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Taught by expert anatomists and clinicians
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Prepare for careers in anatomy and medical education
Study at an award-winning university
We were named Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023. We've also been awarded a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework – a reflection of the outstanding education we offer our students.
Careers
Graduates of this MSc Human Anatomy degree are prepared for careers in anatomical education, biomedical research, and healthcare-related fields.
You may work in university anatomy departments or progress to PhD study. Medical graduates can enhance their training applications, while all students gain transferable skills in research, communication, and critical analysis valued across science and clinical professions.
Teaching and modules
You’ll learn through a blend of lectures, seminars and hands-on lab sessions, spending significant time developing your practical dissection skills in a modern Anatomy Centre.
You’ll explore regional anatomy alongside its clinical applications, develop your ability to interpret medical imaging, and examine key topics such as ethics and research methods. You’ll also engage with current developments in anatomical science and complete an independent research project.
Modules are subject to change and availability, and may vary by location. If you have the choice of optional modules, these are indicated with a *.
- Regional Anatomy: Advanced Structure and Function
- Postgraduate Research Design
- Into ARU
- Applied Anatomy: Clinical and Professional Contexts
- The Professional Anatomist: Research, Ethics and Practice
- Postgraduate Research Project
Read profiles of teaching and research staff on this course.
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Dr Samantha GoodchildSenior Lecturer
Facilities
Study in our state-of-the-art School of Medicine in Chelmsford.
Learn in a purpose-built Anatomy Centre equipped with 18 dissection stations, each with access to a full cadaver. You’ll train using Thiel-embalmed specimens, providing a realistic and high-quality learning experience.