BSc (Hons) Human Anatomy at Keele University

Programme overview

The human body is a masterpiece of biological engineering. Discover the complexities of human anatomy and develop an in-depth understanding of its structure and functions on Keele’s Human Anatomy BSc. The programme provides superior insights into clinical applied anatomy, equipping you with essential skills and knowledge for careers in healthcare, education or research.

Faculty: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences | Department: School of Medicine | Duration: 3 years or 4 years with international or placement year | Study mode: full-time; placement year option | Intake: 2027 entry | Location: Keele, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 compulsory modules: Introduction to Anatomical Techniques, History of Anatomy, Core Anatomy: Introduction to Systems, Introduction to Functional Microanatomy, Neuroanatomy. Year 2 compulsory modules: Regional Dissection: Trunk and Lower Limb, Fundamentals of Human Development, Regional Dissection: Head, neck and Upper Limb, Anatomy Education: Skills Required for Educational Practice. Year 3 compulsory modules: Anatomy Education: Implementing Pedagogy, Resource Development in Higher Education, Advanced Anatomy: Special Senses and Practical Applications, Human Anatomy Final Project.

Career pathways

The Human Anatomy BSc equips you with essential skills to join the next generation of anatomists and clinicians. This programme can open doors to career opportunities in anatomy, healthcare, and biomedical fields, with your employability further boosted by the option to graduate with an Associate Fellowship Award from the Higher Education Academy (pending validation).

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: ABB in three A Levels including B in two Science subjects from the Keele Defined Sciences List. Also required: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below). BTEC: DDM in any of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas / National Extended Diplomas: Applied Science, Health and Social Care. IB Diploma: 655 in Higher Levels including two Science subjects from the Keele Defined Sciences List at Higher Level, or 32 points including two Higher Level Science subjects from the Keele Defined Sciences List. English language: IELTS 7.0 overall with 7.0 in reading, listening and speaking and 6.5 in writing (English Group E) or 4/C in GCSE English.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). UK Home tuition fee for students starting in 2027/28. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,600 a year (2026/27). Band 5 international fee for 2026/27; 2027/28 international fees not yet confirmed. Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 3 years or 4 years with international or placement year

Apply through the official page: https://www.keele.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/

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