Program Overview

Department of Anatomy and Neuroscience

The Department of Anatomy and Neuroscience at University College Cork offers a range of programs for students interested in the fields of anatomy and neuroscience.

Study Anatomy

The department provides undergraduate and postgraduate courses in anatomy, including the MSc Human Anatomy program. This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of human anatomy, including theoretical and practical aspects.

MSc Human Anatomy

The MSc Human Anatomy program is a postgraduate taught course that covers various aspects of human anatomy, including:

• Theoretical and practical anatomy
• Histology and embryology
• Neuroanatomy and neurophysiology
• Surface anatomy and clinical anatomy

Study Neuroscience

The department also offers a BSc degree in Neuroscience, which provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the structure and function of the nervous system. The program covers various aspects of neuroscience, including:

• Neuroanatomy and neurophysiology
• Neuropharmacology and neurotoxicology
• Molecular neuroscience and genetics
• Behavioural neuroscience and psychology

BSc Neuroscience

The BSc Neuroscience program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the nervous system, including its structure, function, and behaviour. The program covers various aspects of neuroscience, including:

• Theoretical and practical neuroscience
• Research methods and statistics
• Neurological and psychiatric disorders
• Neuroscience and society

Research

The department is involved in various research areas, including:

• Neurogastroenterology
• Neurodegeneration
• Neuroimmunology
• Developmental neuroscience and regeneration
• Behavioural neuroscience
• Anatomy education research

UCC Anatomical Donations

The department has an anatomical donations program, which allows individuals to donate their bodies for medical education and research. The program is designed to provide a valuable resource for medical students and researchers, while also respecting the wishes of the donors and their families.

Biosciences Imaging Centre

The department has a Biosciences Imaging Centre, which provides state-of-the-art imaging facilities for researchers and students. The centre offers various imaging techniques, including:

• Brightfield and fluorescence microscopy
• Confocal microscopy
• Electron microscopy
• Image analysis and processing

BSc Medical and Health Sciences

The department also offers a BSc degree in Medical and Health Sciences, which provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the medical and health sciences. The program covers various aspects of medical and health sciences, including:

• Human anatomy and physiology
• Biochemistry and pharmacology
• Microbiology and immunology
• Epidemiology and public health

News and Events

The department regularly hosts seminars, conferences, and other events, which provide opportunities for students, researchers, and professionals to share knowledge and ideas. The department also has a news archive, which provides information on recent events and developments in the field.

Contact Us

For more information about the Department of Anatomy and Neuroscience, please contact us at: Room 2.33, 2nd Floor, Western Gateway Building, University College, Cork, Ireland Phone: +353 (0)21 5461 Email: anatomy@ucc.ie

Dental Hygiene

The department also offers a Diploma in Dental Hygiene, which provides students with a comprehensive understanding of dental hygiene and anatomy. The program covers various aspects of dental hygiene, including:

• Dental anatomy and histology
• Systematic and regional anatomy
• Topographical anatomy and embryology
• Dental hygiene and therapy

AN1004 The Anatomical Basis of Dental Hygiene

This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the anatomical basis of dental hygiene, including:

• Dental anatomy and morphology
• Systematic and regional anatomy
• Topographical anatomy and embryology
• Dental hygiene and therapy

University College Cork

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