AN INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDY: DETERMINING THE NEEDS FOR MEDICAL ANIMATION COURSE DESIGN

Objective: This study aims to identify the need for designing an interdisciplinary undergraduate course in the field of medical animation. As a rapidly emerging field with increasing global relevance, medical animation presents a significant opportunity for collaboration between students in Animation and Pharmacy faculties. Material and Method: A mixed-methods research design was adopted, involving semi-structured interviews with subject matter experts and faculty members from both disciplines, as well as surveys administered to students. Results: The findings indicate a strong consensus among experts and faculty regarding the content and structure of a proposed medical animation course. In contrast, student responses revealed limited knowledge concerning the scope and production processes of medical animation. This knowledge gap underscores the growing educational and professional significance of the field and highlights the urgent need for an interdisciplinary course that bridges the domains of visual communication and medical sciences. Conclusion: In conclusion, both empirical data and existing literature point to a clear and concrete need for the development of an interdisciplinary medical animation course at the undergraduate level.