PgCert Human Anatomy at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

A postgraduate certificate giving comprehensive training in human anatomy, including anatomical legislation, cadaveric dissection techniques and laboratory practice. Students work in one of the busiest human anatomy laboratories in Europe with access to prosected specimens.

Faculty: College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences | Duration: 5 months full-time | Intake: January | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Three core courses taught January to May with about 10 hours of contact teaching a week: Introduction to Anatomy: Cells to Organs; Structure and Function of the Human Body 1; and Structure and Function of the Human Body 2. Assessment includes multiple choice questions, group presentations and spot examinations.

Career pathways

A platform for further study in anatomy and a way to strengthen a clinical portfolio for surgical, paramedical and allied health specialties requiring in-depth anatomical knowledge.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:2 Honours degree (or non-UK equivalent) in Medicine, Dentistry, Life Sciences, Biological Sciences, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Sports Exercise and Management or the Allied Health professions; applicants with relevant work experience and a demonstrable interest in human anatomy may also be considered. English language (international applicants from non-majority English-speaking countries): IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no subtest below 6.0 (other accepted tests include TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic test centre, Cambridge C1/C2; tests must be within 2 years 5 months of start and a single test must meet the requirement).

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,324 for the whole programme (2027/28). Home & RUK full-time fee Source

International applicants: GBP 11,605 for the whole programme (2027/28). International & EU full-time fee Source

Intake: January

Duration: 5 months full-time

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