Anatomical Sciences with Industrial/Professional Experience: The University of Manchester

Course description
Anatomy is the science that studies the structure and the form of the different organisms including humans, and the relationships of their parts. The subject can be divided into 'Gross Anatomy' - the study of structures that you can see with the naked eyes (organs and systems of the body) and 'Microscopic Anatomy' - the study of the different components of these structures (tissues – histology and cells - cytology) under the microscope.
The relationship between structure and function in the human body is presented through an interdisciplinary approach, encompassing molecular and cellular biology as well as systems biology and physiology. Developmental biology and comparative physiology of other mammalian species is also considered.
The third year of this four year programme is the placement year, during which students complete a research project in an institution in the UK or abroad. The University assists students in finding placements and currently has established links with approximately three hundred institutions, ranging from botanical gardens to the pharmaceuticals industry.
Career opportunities
Anatomical Sciences graduates from the University of Manchester go into a variety of careers. About half stay in the life sciences and related disciplines, choosing either to study further research or taught courses such as a Masters or PhD, which could lead onto a career in bioscience, or medicine/dentistry degrees. A significant number go on to complete a science teaching qualification, such as a secondary science PGCE. Graduates from 'with industrial/professional experience' programmes are extremely desirable to employers who require significant relevant work experience.
Those that choose a career outside of the life sciences are highly sought after by large multinationals. Graduate programmes in accountancy, finance, law, marketing and publishing are particularly popular choices for graduates from the Faculty who do not wish to stay in science.
Entry requirements

• English language: Either GCSE grade C, IELTS 6.5 (with not less than 6.5 in any component) or an equivalent qualification.
• A level:Grades AAB-BBB. This should include:
  • 1 of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths and
  • 1 of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Geography, Psychology, Environmental Studies or PE.

  General Studies is welcomed, but is not normally included as part of the offer.

• AS level: 2 AS levels are acceptable in place of the third non-science A-level.
• GCSE: Minimum grade C in English Language and Mathematics.
• International Baccalaureate: 35-32 points overall including 5 or 6 points in two sciences at Higher level, normally Biology and Chemistry.