Pathology
Overview
Study in Pathology is offered by the Discipline of Pathology in the School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health. Units of study in this minor are available at standard and advanced level.
About the minor
Pathology is central to developing an understanding of the burden of disease and providing foundational knowledge for clinical medicine. It encompasses structural alterations in tissue, changes in cellular and tissue function and ultimately the effect of these altered functions on underlying mechanisms that promote major acute and chronic diseases.
The Pathology minor examines pathogenic mechanisms that can provide knowledge on the cause of disease; this knowledge can lead to the identification of molecular targets for pharmacological development in humans and animals. This is important, as an understanding of pathological mechanisms allows us to think about how biological systems can be manipulated to treat and ultimately prevent disease. This minor draws together studies in histology, anatomy, cell biology, immunology, biochemistry, and physiology.
Requirements for completion
The Pathology minor requirements are listed in the Pathology unit of study table.
Contact and further information
Website: School of Medical Sciences
Minor coordinators
Professor Paul Witting
E paul.witting@sydney.edu.au
Dr. Melanie White
E melanie.white@sydney.edu.au
T +61 2 9036 7918
