Teaching & Modules
Modules
Year
Required Modules
The programme is 120 credits. You must choose ONE of the available projects and make the rest of the credits up from taught modules of your choice.
Courses are divided into modules. You will take modules totaling 120 credits.
You are required to complete a research project, either library-based or experimental, from the following options. You must not exceed 45 credits in total.
- Experimental Project in Anatomy, Developmental & Human Biology (45 credits)
- Anatomy, Developmental & Human Biology Library Project (15 credits)
- Data Collection & Analysis Projects in Surgical Sciences and Anatomy (30 credits)
Optional Modules
After choosing a project you must then take enough modules to bring your total for the year to 120, from a range of optional modules.
Optional Modules typically include:
- Advanced Human Anatomy (30 credits)
- Biology of Ageing (15 credits)
- Cellular Basis of Disease (15 credits)
- Genes & Development (15 credits)
- Surgical Science (30 credits)
- 3D Clinical Anatomy (15 credits)
- Biomechanics & Motor Control of Human Movement (15 credits)
- Birth Defects (15 credits)
You may also take up to 30 credits of other modules within the School.
Students may take up to 15 credits of their degree programme from courses offered outside the School, including languages.
Teaching methods - what to expect
Due to the high module variability for this programme, each module has its own way of delivery, teaching and assessment methods.
Assessment
- Coursework
- Written/Practical Examinations
- Seminars
- Presentations
- Essays
Your performance will be assessed through a combination of coursework and written/practical examinations. Forms of assessment may typically include seminars, presentations, essays, practical write ups and written examinations. Coursework contributes approximately 30-40% and examinations approximately 60-70% to your final mark.
Key Information
UCAS code:
Not applicable. Intercalated programme.
Course type:
Single honours
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Full-time
Duration:
One year
Application status:
Start date:
September 2027
Application deadline: