Master of Medicine in Anatomic Pathology
Tuition fee: Local TZS 6,470,000 | International $ 6020 | Offered At: KCMC University
Directorate of Postgraduate Studies.
Overview
The Master of Medicine in Anatomic Pathology (MMed in Anatomic Pathology) is a specialized postgraduate program designed for medical professionals seeking advanced training in the diagnosis and understanding of diseases at the cellular and tissue level. The program provides in-depth knowledge and skills in areas such as histopathology, cytopathology, and autopsy pathology. Graduates of this program will be equipped to work in various healthcare settings, contributing significantly to diagnostic medicine, clinical research, and academia.
Upon completion of the MMed in Anatomic Pathology programme, graduates will be equipped with advanced knowledge and clinical expertise required for specialized diagnostic and therapeutic practice in pathology. In alignment with the general MMed program goals, graduates will be able to:
Implement all legal and ethical requirements in the contemporary practice of medicine.
Manage all aspects of patient care, including adverse outcomes, as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of health service management principles and effectively integrate them into clinical practice.
Formulate research hypotheses, design experimental studies, and conduct research following scientific and ethical standards.
Critically evaluate the role of molecular and cellular biology in the aetiology of diseases [translational medicine strand].
Appraise the role and potential importance of molecular techniques/approaches in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases [translational medicine strand].
Discuss the role of the physician in the primary and secondary prevention of diseases at the population level.
Critically appraise research data and effectively write research reports.
Evaluate key global health concepts and examine the challenges impacting health systems and health outcomes on a global scale [population health and health implementation strand].
MMEDANP
Language: English
Duration: 4 Years
StudyType: Postgraduate
Level: Masters
Mode: Full Time
Intake: October
What you will study
Year One
Semester 1
Semester 2
Year Two
Semester 1
Semester 2
Year Three
Semester 1
Semester 2
Year Four
Semester 1
Semester 2
Admission Requirements:
All courses in the programme are conducted in English. Therefore, proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English is essential for all students.
Applicants with Foreign Qualifications
All applicants holding foreign academic certificates must ensure that their qualifications are validated and equated by the appropriate regulatory bodies in Tanzania before submitting their admission applications. The required validations are as follows:
The National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA) – for Certificates of Secondary Education.
The National Council for Technical Education (NACTE) – for NTA Level 6 qualifications.
The Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) – for academic degrees.
Academic Entry Requirements
Applicants must hold a relevant academic first degree (MD, MBBS, MBChB), UQF Level 8 or equivalent, with a minimum GPA of 2.7 or a B grade average.
Please note: DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) degree holders are not eligible for MMed degree programmes.
Careers:
Graduates of the Master of Medicine in Anatomic Pathology (MMed in Anatomic Pathology) can pursue careers in:
Pathology Laboratories: Working as pathologists diagnosing diseases through tissue examination.
Hospitals and Clinics: Serving as clinical pathologists, collaborating with medical teams to diagnose and manage patient care.
Research Institutions: Engaging in biomedical research focusing on disease mechanisms, diagnostic advancements, and medical innovations.
Teaching and Academia: Becoming faculty members at medical schools, contributing to education and training of future healthcare professionals.
Public Health Agencies: Working in roles related to disease surveillance, epidemiology, and public health diagnostics.