The Department of Human Anatomy was established in 2004 and teaches human anatomy primarily to Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) students during their first year of study. The department also serves pharmacy and complementary medicine programmes. Its mission centres on producing highly competent, responsive and committed practitioners capable of working across diverse settings globally and domestically. Human Anatomy comprises a full year of intensive study (700 hours) — a foundational course mandatory before students advance to clinical training.
The Department of Human Anatomy was established in 2004 and teaches human anatomy primarily to Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) students during their first year of study. The department also serves pharmacy and complementary medicine programmes. Its mission centres on producing highly competent, responsive and committed practitioners capable of working across diverse settings globally and domestically. Human Anatomy comprises a full year of intensive study (700 hours) — a foundational course mandatory before students advance to clinical training.
| Programme | Level | Duration | Min. Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBChB (Anatomy is a core Year 1 unit) | Undergraduate | 6 Years | KCSE A | A- in Sciences |
| BPharm (Anatomy is a core unit) | Undergraduate | 4 Years | KCSE B+ | B+ in Chemistry & Biology |
Gross anatomy and anatomical variations in the East African population
Histology and tissue architecture
Embryology and developmental anatomy
Neuroanatomy and neuroscience
Anatomical education research and pedagogy
