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Suez Canal University
Faculty of Medicine
Programme Specifications
A) Basic information:
Programme Title: Master of Histology
Programme Type: Single
Department: Histology Department
Coordinator: Dr Magda Naim
External Evaluator: Prof. Ahmed Said.
Last date of programme specifications approval: 8 / 3 / 2010
B) Professional information:
1) Programme Aims:
The programme aims to:
 Provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in the subject of
histology & cell biology that enable them to:
a) Describe the detailed molecular structure of the cell & the detailed
normal histological structure of different tissues and organ systems.
b) Perform wide-range of histological techniques as well as dealing
with different histological tools and instruments.
c) Apply a range of skills to conduct effective histological research.
 Enable students to use transferable skills in oral presentations, report
writing, and the use of information technology
 Provide students with adequate knowledge and skills in research
methodology that enable them to design experiments, analyze data, and
review literature critically
 Provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for their
professional careers or for postgraduate study
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2) Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs):
a) Knowledge and Understanding:
1. Describe the chromosomal basis of heredity
2. Describe the human genome: structure and function of genes
3. Describe patterns of single gene inheritance
4. Describe tools of molecular genetics
5. Discuss mutations
6. Describe principles of cytogenetics
7. Discuss clinical cytogenetics: Disorders of the autosomes and the sex
chromosomes
8. Discuss multifactorial inheritance
9. Discuss genetic counseling
10. Discuss prenatal diagnosis
11. Describe the detailed structure of the cell regarding membranous and
non-membranous cell organelles & the nucleus.
12. Describe the phases of cell cycle
13. Describe the stages of mitosis & meiosis
14. Classify and describe the microscopic structure of different types of
epithelium
15. Classify specializations of the cell surface & describe their
microscopic structure.
16. List the general characteristics of connective tissue
17. Describe the types of connective tissue fibers (synthesis, character,
LM & EM) and cells (LM, EM & function)
18. Describe the detailed microscopic structure of cartilage and bone
19. Describe the detailed microscopic structure of muscular tissue
20. Describe the detailed microscopic structure of various elements
constituting the nervous tissue
21. Describe the detailed microscopic structure of various elements
constituting the blood
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22. Describe the detailed process of haematopoiesis
23. Describe the detailed microscopic structure of the thymus, lymph
node, spleen & tonsil.
24. Describe the detailed microscopic structure of blood vessels.
25. Describe the detailed microscopic structure of the skin
26. Describe the detailed microscopic structure of the respiratory system
27. Describe the detailed microscopic structure of the kidney, ureter &
urinary bladder.
28. Describe the detailed microscopic structure of various segments
forming the GIT
29. Describe the detailed microscopic structure of various elements
constituting the male reproductive system
30. Describe the detailed microscopic structure of various elements
constituting the female reproductive system
31. Describe the detailed microscopic structure of the Pituitary gland,
Adrenal gland, Thyroid and Parathyroid glands, Pineal gland &
Islets of Langerhans
32. Describe the detailed microscopic structure of the eye
33. Describe the detailed microscopic structure of the ear
34. Describe the detailed structure of the spinal cord & its tracts
35. Describe the structure of the medulla oblongata
36. Describe the structure of the Pons
37. Describe the structure of the midbrain
38. Describe the detailed microscopic structure of the cerebral cortex
and cerebellum.
39. Identify basis and principles of quality assurance in professional
practice related to the specialty.
40. Identify basis and ethics of scientific researches
b) Intellectual Skills:
b1- Demonstrate self evaluation skills and put a plan for self development.
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b2- Apply Critical thinking and judgment skills in formulating research
hypothesis
b3- Apply problem solving skills during practical work.
c) Professional and Practical Skills:
c1- Identify & draw normal histological sections in different tissues and
organs.
c2- Prepare histological sections (frozen & paraffin) and their staining
with routine H&E stain and special histological stains.
c3- Perform histochemical & immunohistochemical techniques.
c4- Deal with instruments as balance, pH meter, microtome, cryostat &
image analyzer.
c5- Understand and interpret typical family pedigrees
c6- Interpret a karyotype
c7-Understand and interpret notations used for the description of
chromosomes and their abnormalities & gene mutations
c8- Understand cytogenetic, biochemical and molecular laboratory
reports
d) General and Transferable Skills:
d1- Work effectively in a team on the departmental level and with
other departments.
d2- Demonstrate efficient Information and Communication Technology
(ICT) skills.
d3- Communicate effectively with peers and students.
d4- Demonstrate effective presentation skills.
d5- Acquire continuous self learning skills.
3) Academic Standards:
National Academic Reference Standards (NARS)
4) Curriculum Structure and Contents:
4.a- Programme duration: (2 – 5 years)
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4.b- Programme structure:
First part: No. of hours/week:
Lectures: 12h/week
Practical: 12h/week
Total: 24h/week
Thesis:
Second part: No. of hours/week:
Lectures: 24h/week
Practical: 24h/week
Total: 48h/week
5) Programme Courses:
First part:
Compulsory:
Code Course Title No. of
No.
Units
24
Genetics
week
24
Anatomy
week
Cell biology 24
week
Physiology 24
week
Pathology 24
week
Biochemistry 24
week
Microbiology 24
week
No. of hours/week
Lect. Lab.
Exer.
12h/
12h/
week week
12h/
12h/
week week
12h/
12h/
week week
12h/
12h/
week week
12h/
12h/
week week
12h/
12h/
week week
12h/
12h/
week week
Programme ILOs
covered (by No.)
a1 – a10
c5 – c8
Code Course Title No. of No. of hours/week
No.
Units Lect. Lab.
Exer.
24h/
24h/
Histology
week week
Programme ILOs
covered (by No.)
a11 – a38
c1 – c4
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Second part:
Compulsory:
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6) Programme Admission Requirements:
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (signed up at least Good)
Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Pharmacy
7) Regulations for Progression and Programme Completion:
First part:
6 months
Assessment (written, oral & practical)
Weight
40%
Second part:
Assessment (written, oral & practical)
Weight 60%
Fulfillment of the logbook (satisfactory) is a prerequisite for exam. entry
If the student fail to pass one of the components of the program (1st or 2nd
part examination), he has the chance to repeat the examination several
times (up to 4 times)
8) Evaluation of Programme Intended Learning Outcomes:
Evaluator
1. Senior Students
2. Alumni
3. Stakeholders
4. External
Evaluator
5. Other
Tool
Questionnaire
Questionnaire
Interviews
Attending exams
(checklist/rating scale)
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Sample