Can you take anatomy and physiology at the same time as microbiology?

Question

Hoping to kill two birds with one stone....

Answer 1

Yeah but don't. You will regret it; it is too much work.

Answer 2

The answer is probably yes, but I would recommend checking with your school—either the professor, someone in the department, or even other students who have taken the same classes at your school.  See what the requirements and recommendations are.  These classes will all most likely have a lab component and require a lot of reading and memorization, so as the others have said it may not be a good idea to take them together.  Since a physiology class will almost certainly cover the immune system, taking microbiology first and having a thorough understanding of pathogens might come in handy, though not necessary.

If anatomy and physiology are taught separately, I would recommend taking anatomy first, although the prerequisites are probably set up to ensure this.  

If you feel you are ready to take on the material and your school lets you, I say go for it.  If you are trying to get into a competitive program like nursing or medical school you probably have a better shot at getting good grades in these classes by taking them separately.

Answer 3

As a biomedical undergrad and microbiology post-grad, I would say that it's not the microbiology you would have to worry about.  If you enjoy biology-related subjects, microbiology is almost fun (sometimes I would go so far as saying 'fun'!).  However, along with biochemistry, anatomy and (especially) physiology are generally considered to be among the hardest subjects you can study.  If possible, try and plan to do the easiest subjects on offer in combination with anatomy and physiology.  Sometimes you need some balance in a student life!