Anatomical Sciences

Why study Anatomical Sciences at Dundee?

There has never been a better time to be a student of life sciences. The phenomenal growth in our understanding of how living things work and interact with their environment, coupled with technological advances, has contributed to the impact that scientific research has on everyday life.

Anatomy at Dundee was ranked 1st in Scotland for Anatomy by the Times Good University Guide 2012.

What is Anatomy?

Anatomy is the study of the structure of the body and the relationship of organs and tissues at a gross (whole organ) and microscopic level (histology).

It forms the basis of studies in physiology, biochemistry and related biomedical sciences. Sub-disciplines of anatomy include: developmental biology (embryology), neuroanatomy, osteology (bones) and cell biology.

“Studying anatomy at Dundee was fascinating, challenging and thoroughly enjoyable.”
Adam Young, BSc (Hons) Anatomical Sciences

Practical Experience

A major feature of our degree programmes is the emphasis on hands-on practical human anatomy. We are continuously striving to improve our teaching and have been active in developing teaching software to help deliver both lecture and practical material.

"As a student of anatomical sciences, I felt it was especially useful to have hands on experience in the anatomy labs, which many other universities don't offer."
Final year student comment from the National Student Survey

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