School Of MedicineCytopathology and Small Biopsy Pathology 2Western Sydney University Unit Code: 401232.1
Discipline: PATHOLOGY
Student Contribution Band: 2
Level: 7
Credit Points: 10
Assumed Knowledge
A basic undergraduate level knowledge in Pathology and microscopy skills is expected, as the candidates will have a MBBS or equivalent pre-requisite degree.
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in 4750 Master of Medicine (Pathology).
About this Unit
In 2022 this unit replaced by unit 401477 - Cytopathology, Small Biopsy and Breast Pathology. This unit introduces diagnostic entities in surgical pathology entities gastrointestinal and liver, breast, head and neck, paediatric, gynaecological and haemato-pathology. The unit provides training in basic research skills, communication skills, and critical thinking. The self-directed online learning module is composed of digitalized images, practical notes, recorded lectures and quizzes on the diagnostic approach to important pathological entities of the breast pathology.
Special Requirements - Legislative Pre-requisites
Students need to meet the legislative requirements to be in a supervised specialist training role in Pathology, and hence be working clinically in a hospital/laboratory setting.
Special Requirements - Essential Equipment
Computer with internet access for the on-line modules and digital pathology. Windows based operating system is preferred.
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