Histology is one of the three major subjects that span the entire year and consists of classes and lectures.

The lectures are posted weekly on YouTube but make sure to save the links to the videos, as they become unavailable after a week. Moreover, the order of the uploaded lectures might not match the order of classes (!), so make sure to align your studying for credits with the schedule as presented on the website. 

The classes consist of looking at microscopic slides and drawing them. Therefore, coloured pencils and a drawing book are essential and should be brought to every class. 

It is very crucial to come prepared as a short test will be held at the end of each presentation, covering the topic dicussed that lesson. Each test consists of 3 questions that are either open-ended, fill-in-the-blank, multiple choice or drawing based questions. In order to pass the test you need to answer at least 2 out of 3 questions correctly or you will get a minus point for this class. While a single minus point may not seem significant, they accumulate and could seriously affect your eligibility to take the pre- or final exam.

At the end of the first semester, three  seminars about embryology will take place. Similar to the regular classes, you are expected to prepare at home, as you will be required to complete worksheets during the classes. Unlike the regular classes, no tests will be held during these seminars. 

Attendance is mandatory and all absences should be justified.

Even though that all sounds like a lot at first, histology can be quite interesting and fun. Don't hesitate to reach out to upper-year students- they often have helpful notes, Anki decks and tips that can make studying much more manageable.