Teaching & Modules

Teaching methods - what to expect

Lab Work
Seminars
Self-Study

Our required modules are project based, so they will focus more on lab work, seminars and self- study more than lectures. Our optional modules will use a variety of these methods.

Assessment

  • Coursework
  • Written/Practical Examinations

Your performance will be assessed through a combination of coursework and written/practical examinations. Forms of assessment typically include essays, lab reports or oral presentations.

Modules

Year

Required Modules

You are required to take one of the following modules:

  • Research Project in Physiology (45 credits)
  • Project Design in Physiology (30 credits)
  • Physiology Year 3 Library Project (15 credits)

Optional Modules

Take sufficient credits to bring your total for the year to 120. This must include a minimum of 75 credits in Physiology modules (including the project module), chosen from a range of optional modules which may typically include:

  • Cell Physiology (15 credits)
  • Reproductive Physiology (15 credits)
  • Neuroendocrinology (15 credits)
  • Vascular Physiology (30 credits)
  • Cardiovascular and Respiratory Control (30 credits)
  • Biology of Ageing (15 credits)
  • Extreme Physiology (30 credits)
  • Endocrinology of Diabetes (15 credits)
  • Introduction to Regenerative Medicine (15 credits)
  • Muscle (15 credits)
  • A language module from the Modern Language Centre (15 credits)

Key Information

Course type:

Single honours

Delivery mode:

In person

Study mode:

Full time

Duration:

One year

Application status:

Open

Start date:

September 2026

Application deadline:

29 March 2026