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The Master of Medical Sciences in Anatomy (Mixed Mode) at International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) provides an in-depth understanding of the fundamental structures of the human body. This program serves as a comprehensive introduction to key aspects of human anatomy, tissue histology, and embryology, preparing students for more advanced studies in the field.
The course aims to equip students with the ability to compare and differentiate the gross anatomy of major human organs and systems. It also focuses on summarizing the stages of development in general embryology, enhancing students' understanding of human developmental processes. Additionally, students will learn to classify and analyze the microscopic structures of various tissues, including epithelial, connective, nervous, and muscular tissues.
Entry Requirements
• A relevant Bachelor’s degree (honours) from the IIUM or any other accredited institution of higher learning.
For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., Other qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree , etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.
Career Opportunities
This master's program prepares graduates for careers in medical research, education, and healthcare, fostering a deep appreciation for the intricacies of human anatomy.
Course Content
• Introduction to Gross Anatomy
• Introduction to Systemic Anatomy I (musculoskeletal and central nervous
systems)
• Introduction to Systemic Anatomy II (respiratory and cardiovascular
systems)
• Introduction to Systemic Anatomy III (gastrointestinal, urinary
and reproductive systems)
• Introduction to General Developmental Anatomy
• Introduction to Systemic Developmental Anatomy
• Introduction to Histology I:
a) Microscopy
b) Cell structure and function
c) Epithelium
d) Skin
• Introduction to Histology II:
a) Muscular tissue
b) Nervous tissue
c) Connective tissue
d) Specialized connective tissue
Gross Anatomy
• General anatomy
• Thorax I
• Thorax II
• Abdomen I
• Abdomen II
• Pelvis I
• Pelvis II
• Upper limb I
• Upper limb II
• Lower limb I
• Lower limb II
• Head & Neck I
• Head & Neck II
• Head & Neck III
Neuroanatomy
• Introduction to Nervous Tissue
• Meninges & Dural Venous Sinuses
• Cerebral Hemisphere & White Matter
• Basal Ganglia
• Thalamus & Hypothalamus
• Ventricular System
• Cerebellum
• Brainstem
• Spinal Cord
• Blood Supply to CNS
• Cranial Nerves I
• Cranial Nerves II
• Visual and Auditory Pathway
• Ascending and Descending Pathway
Developmental Anatomy
• Gametogenesis, Ovulation and Implantation
• Bilaminar Germ Disc, Trilaminar Germ Disc, Embryonic Period
• Foetus and Placenta, Birth Defects
• Skeletal System, Muscular System, Body Cavities.
• Cardiovascular System I
• Cardiovascular System II
• Respiratory System
• Digestive System I
• Digestive System I
• Urogenital System I
• Urogenital System II
• Head and Neck I
• Head and Neck II
• Ear, Eye, Integumentary
Microscopic Anatomy
• Managing the lab
Study of histological techniques
• Cell structure & function
Microscopes
Ultrastructure of the cell
• Epithelium & skin
• Muscular & nervous tissues
• Connective tissue & specialized connective tissue
• Lymphatic tissue & lymphoid organs
• Circulatory system
• Respiratory system
• Digestive tract & associated glands
• Urinary system
• Endocrine system
• Male reproductive system
• Female reproductive system
• Central nervous system & special sense organs
Applied Anatomy
• Thorax
• Abdomen
• Pelvis and Perineum
• Upper limb
• Lower limb
• Head & Neck
• The back
• Neuroanatomy
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