Applied Clinical Anatomy (PG Cert)

Keele University

Postgraduate

In Keele

£ 4,200 + VAT

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Description

  • Type

    Postgraduate

  • Location

    Keele

  • Start date

    Different dates available

The certificate is designed to allow choice and foster personal development. Plenty of opportunity will be given to students to develop their skills in anatomy and dissections using human cadaveric specimens.
The Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Clinical Anatomy (60 M Level credits) consists of three modules, the two core modules are compulsory; Applied Clinical Anatomy 1 worth 15 M Level credits, and Applied Clinical Anatomy 2 worth 30 M Level credits. To facilitate ongoing personal development and make up the required 60 Masters Level credits, the student can choose a further optional module related to the aims of the certificate. Students may transfer their credits to an MSc (Health Sciences) or an MSc (Neuromusculoskeletal Healthcare). There are many Masters Level modules available to choose from within the University.
Full Time route (taken in up to approximately 9 months)
Semester 1
(Year 1)
Applied Clinical Anatomy 1 (15 credits)
Option module 15 credits which can be taken in either semester depending on when the chosen module runs
Semester 2
(Year 1)
Applied Clinical Anatomy 2 (30 credits)
Option module 15 credits which can be taken in either semester depending on when the chosen module runs
Part Time route (taken in up to approximately 21 months)
Semester 1
(Year 1)
Applied Clinical Anatomy 1
Semester 2
(Year 1)
Applied Clinical Anatomy 2
Semester 3
(Year 2)
Option module 15 credits which can be taken in either semester depending on when the chosen module runs
Semester 4
(Year 2)

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Keele (Staffordshire)
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Keele University, ST5 5BG

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About this course

The course is aimed at students who have studied some basic anatomy within their first degree, for example: medical doctors, allied health professionals, nurses, midwives, other health related professionals, graduates in biology, cell biology, biomedical science, sports science, medical illustrators etc. Candidates should normally have a first or second-class honours degree in a relevant subject and/or recognised professional qualification.
For students whose first language is not English, evidence will normally* be required of successful completion of an English Language...

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Subjects

  • Anatomy
  • University
  • Rehabilitation

Course programme

The certificate consists of three modules (two core compulsory plus one option).
Applied Clinical Anatomy 1 (core) worth 15 M Level credits. This module will cover histology, embryology, identification of prosections, gross anatomy of various systems, radiology, preserving, and embalming. The gross anatomy will be linked to functional and clinical relevance
Applied Clinical Anatomy 2 (core) worth 30 M Level credits. Through student-led tutorials, theoretical and practical studies including dissections, the student will cover in-depth, the theoretical and practical aspects of knowledge relating to the student’s chosen anatomical focus
One option module to the value of 15 credits at Masters Level
There are many Masters Level modules available within the Faculty and the wider University. The Academic Year starts in September, and is divided into two semesters; one core module will be available in each semester. This allows the student the freedom to select an optional module within either semester.
Core Modules
Applied Clinical Anatomy 1 (15 credits)
Applied Clinical Anatomy 2 (30 credits)
Option Modules
A wide choice of modules can be chosen from within the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences module listings and/or the wider University. For example, modules available from the School of Health and Rehabilitation (Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences) include those below:
Research Methods in Health (15)
Evidence Based Practice (15) – delivered electronically via distance learning
Introducing Acupuncture (15)
Essentials of Manual Therapy Assessment (15)
Physiology of Neuromusculoskeletal Tissue (15)
Concepts of Neurological Rehabilitation (15)
Physiology and Pharmacology of Pain (15)
Assessment and Measurement (15)
Psychosocial Aspects of Pain (15)
Dynamic Ultrasound Imaging (15)
Independent Study (15)
Assistive Technologies in Neurological Rehabilitation (15)
Advanced Therapeutic Management of Respiratory Problems (15)
Behaviour Change for Health and Well-Being (15)
Candidates can also apply for assessment of prior learning (APL) exemptions against option modules, or choose to take option modules from a range offered by other Faculties in the University, or other Universities, provided they are consistent with the aims of the programme and are approved by the Course Team.

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