Module description
The module will provide students with an understanding of the basic human anatomy and physiology. The students will learn the coupling of structure with function through a series of lectures, tutorials and practicals.
The use of computer-assisted learning (Anatomy & Physiology Online, Primal Pictures) during tutorial sessions will enable the students to learn using virtual 3D representations taken from the Visible Human data set. Furthermore, the Anatomy & Physiology Online software will allow self-assessment in preparation for the final module examination. There will be 2 lab sessions that will be assessed from the experimental write-ups. Also there will be 2 sessions in the dissection room to facilitate learning about the skeleton and the cardiovascular system.
Assessment details
- 70% Examination
- 30% Coursework
Semester 1-only study abroad students will have an online exam, in-person in December as an alternative assessment to the examination.
Full year study abroad students will need to take the exam with degree seeking students in exam period 1.
Please note, the assessment format is subject to change. Any changes will be communicated to students in due course.
Learning outcomes
On completion of the module students should be able:
- To demonstrate broad understanding of the human physiology with particular focus on the musculoskeletal, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems.
- To identify principles and concepts underlying Human Anatomy and Physiology.
- To demonstrate awareness of systems physiology with particular focus on muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems, and their integrated function.
- To understand the human tissue act.