Master of Science [M.Sc] (Anatomy)

MSc in Anatomy is a 2 year course divided into 4 semesters. It involves the following:-

·        Didactic teaching

·        Training - Communication skills, Hands on experience, Educational technology

·        Submission of Thesis

·        Written/practical assessment

An overview of the courses and topics covered in is given below:-

Name of the Subject

Topics

Objective

Gross Anatomy

Structure of whole human body ,

Study of functional, sectional and radiological anatomy ,

The objective of this subject is to introduce students to the basics of gross anatomy.

Histology And Hitochemistry

Cell Biology ,

Nucleus ,

Tissues of Body ,

The systems/organs of body ,

The goal of this subject is to make students understand the biology of cells and tissues.

Genetics

Normal and abnormal chromosomes ,

Molecular genetics ,

Developmental genetics ,

Immunogenetics ,

Population genetics ,

Genetic counseling ,

This subject teaches students the different types of Genetics and its applications (Genetic counseling).

Developmental Anatomy

Gametogenesis ,

Early Human Development General and Systemic ,

Embryology ,

Environmental and Genetic influences on normal growth and development ,

Teratogenesis ,

The objective of this course is to teach students the basics of embryology and how it is influenced by other factors.

Neuroanatomy

Brain and its environment ,

Development of the nervous system ,

Neuron and Neuroglia ,

Somatic sensory system ,

Olfactory and optic pathways Cochleovestibular and gustatory pathways ,

Motor pathways ,

Central autonomic pathways Hypothalamo-hypophyseal system ,

Cross sectional anatomy of brain and spinal cord ,

This subject helps the students to learn about central nervous system that involves Brain and Spinal Cord.

Systemic Pharmacology

Autonomic nervous system ,

Central nervous system ,

Autocoids ,

Drugs affecting kidney function and Cardiovascular system ,

Drugs affecting gastrointestinal and respiratory system ,

Drugs affecting uterine motility ,

Chemotherapy of parasite infections ,

Chemotherapy of microbial diseases ,

Antineoplastic agents ,

Immunomodulators ,

Drugs acting on blood and blood forming organs ,

Hormones ,

This course enhances the knowledge of the student regarding how a drug affects the body of the person taking it.

Physiology

General & Cellular Physiology ,

Hematology ,

 Renal Physiology & Fluid Balance ,

Cardio-vascular Physiology Respiration ,

Environmental Physiology ,

Nerve & Muscle Physiology General, Sensory & Motor Physiology ,

Special Senses ,

Limbic System and Higher Nervous System ,

Nutrition & Metabolism ,

Gastro-intestinal System ,

Endocrines & Reproduction ,

This course helps the students to gain knowledge about various physiological processes occurring in the human body.

Biophysics

Molecular Biology ,

Radiation Biophysics, Electronics ,

Dynamics Of Nonlinear Processes ,

Molecular Biophysics ,

Mathematical Methods ,

Quantum Biology ,

Microscopy ,

The goal of this subject is to enable students understand the dynamics of Biophysics.

Dissertation

Submission of research paper

The students pursuing this course have to submit a Dissertation at the end of the last semester.

Scheme of assessment:-

The Assessment is based on practical tests, final written examination and Dissertation.

Type of Exam

External Assessment

Internal Assessment

Theory Exams

80

20

Practical Exams

80

20

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