What students say about anatomy
What you need to get on a course
Subjects you need
A-levels (or equivalent) usually required
- Chemistry
- Biology
Useful to have
- Psychology
- Physics
- Mathematics
Application checklist
Here's a guide to what to expect from the application process - also check individual university entry requirements, as these may differ.
- January application
- October application
- Personal statement
- Portfolio
- Interview
- Entry test
- Work experience
- Audition
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Personal statement tips and adviceCareer prospects
Six months after graduating
- Engineering professionals
Longer term career paths
Jobs where this degree is useful
- Anatomical laboratory technician
- Haematologist
- Medical doctor (after extra training)
Other real-life job examples
- Business analyst
- Events manager
- Work experience coordinator
What employers like about this subject
An anatomy degree will help you develop subject-specific skills in investigating the form, function and development of the human body, in modern scientific theory, in the use of technology in anatomy and in practical laboratory skills. Transferable skills you can develop include excellent communication and reporting skills, team-working, project management, problem-solving, self-motivation, research and excellent numeracy skills. Anatomy is a very specialist subject and many graduates go on to complete a medical degree after completing their anatomy studies. Anatomy graduates usually work in universities or hospitals on graduating.