Department of Anatomy
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Teaches students the details of the human body structure through theoretical and practical studies.

Department of Anatomy
Vision:
Preparing competent doctors with a thorough understanding of the human body structure.
Mission:
Enabling students to understand the macroscopic and microscopic structure of the human body, its relation to organ functions, and applying this knowledge to clinical cases.
Objectives:
1. Providing students with a solid foundation in anatomy, histology, embryology, and medical biology to enable them to learn and understand other sciences.
2. Describing body parts and their interrelationships.
3. Equipping students with precise knowledge and expertise in the applied, clinical, and radiological aspects of anatomy.
4. Developing student skills through theoretical and practical discussion sessions and presentations using digital projectors.
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery program at Nineveh University, Department of Anatomy, aims to prepare proficient doctors in understanding human anatomy, histology, embryology, and medical biology, with a focus on building a strong knowledge base for clinical studies.
Accurate Anatomy
Understanding the human body structure with precision.
Scientific Research
Enhancing scientific research skills.
Professional Ethics
Instilling values of respect for patients and precision.
Program Objectives
Building a knowledge base in anatomy, histology, embryology, and medical biology.
Preparing students for subsequent clinical studies.
Enhancing scientific thinking and research skills.
Instilling professional ethics (respect for patients, honesty).
Enabling students to perform accurate diagnostic procedures.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
Understanding the structure of the human body, histology, embryology, and medical biology.
Skills
Linking anatomical knowledge with clinical sciences and conducting precise analyses.
Values
Respect for patients, honesty, and commitment to professional ethics.
Curriculum Structure
Anatomy Stage 1 (8 units, 180 hours)
Covers human anatomy (60 hours theory, 120 hours practical).
Anatomy Stage 2 (10 units, 240 hours)
Focuses on advanced anatomy (60 hours theory, 180 hours practical).
Histology (6 units, 135 hours)
Study of human tissues (45 hours theory, 90 hours practical).
Embryology (3 units, 30 hours)
Study of embryo development (theoretical only).
Medical Biology (6 units, 60 hours)
Fundamentals of Medical Biology (30 hours theory, 30 hours practical).