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| Programme | SoLS - Life Sciences Modules Database (Level 1) C703 - M.Sci. Hons. Biochemistry (Qualifying Year - Restricted) C741 - B.Sc. Hons. Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine (Qualifying Year - Restricted) C742 - M.Sci. Hons. Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine (Qualifying Year - Restricted) CC47 - B.Sc. Hons. Biochemistry and Genetics (Qualifying Year - Restricted) CC4R - M.Sci. Hons. Biochemistry and Genetics (Qualifying Year - Restricted) C700 - B.Sc. Hons. Biochemistry (Qualifying Year - Restricted) B140 - BSc Hons Neuroscience 3 year UG |
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| Module Code | LIFE1033 |
| Credits | 20 |
Level: Level 1
Target Students: Neuroscience students and students on the first year of undergraduate degrees in the School of Life Sciences. This module is not open to students outside the School (except where agreement exists with other Schools), any enrolments made by students from outside the School will be cancelled without notice. There is a limited number of places on this module. Students are reminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School in advance may be cancelled without notice.
Taught Semesters:
| Semester | Assessment |
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| Full Year | Assessed in both Autumn and Spring Semesters |
Prerequisites: A2 Level Biology or an equivalent (e.g. Access/BTEC/ International Qualification) is highly desirable. B11PHY Physiology in combination with this module is desirable.
Corequisites: None.
Summary of Content: This module is compulsory for students on the Neuroscience degree scheme. It aims to give a broad understanding of the field of neuroscience. Within the module students the will cover the cells of the nervous system and how they function. They will learn basic neuropharmacology, and how neurotransmitters and drugs work act on the nervous system. Lectures will include gross anatomy of the brain and nervous system, and how structures within the brain form different functional systems. By the end of the module the students will know how disease can affect these systems and basic aspects of biological psychology. The module is primarily lecture based, with formative practical sessions to aid understanding. Assessment of the module will be exam based and coursework based (30% in autumn, 60% in the spring and 10% course work).
Method and Frequency of Class:
| Activity | Number Of Weeks | Number of sessions | Duration of a session |
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| Practical | 4 weeks | 1 per week | 3 hours |
| Lecture | 22 weeks | 2 per week | 1 hour |
Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only in specified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takes place in some weeks of a Semester
Further Activity Details:
Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only in specified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takes place in some weeks of a Semester
Method of Assessment:
| Assessment Type | Weight | Requirements |
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| Exam 1 | 30 | January - 1 hour, multiple format questions |
| Coursework 1 | 10 | Practical related coursework - short open book quizzes on the practical sessions: drugs in the eye, cells of the nervous system, Neuroanatomy and Rabbit Jejunum practical (4x2.5%) |
| Exam 2 | 60 | May/June - 2 hours, multiple format questions |
Convenor:
Dr J Brignell and Dr A Brown
Education Aims: The aim of this module is to give students a broad understanding of the components of neuroscience.
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To be able to distinguish cells that make up the nervous system, including neurons and glial |
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To be able to describe the basic neurotransmitters, their receptors and functions. Including basic neuropharmacology |
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To be able to identify major structures in the central and peripheral nervous system |
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To be able to describe the basic functional systems of the brain |
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To be able to recognize behavioral outcomes of the nervous system |
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To be able to give examples of diseases of the nervous system and relate to pathological mechanisms |
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To be able to carry out scientific experiments using appropriate laboratory equipment |
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To be able to acquire information systematically, process it effectively, and draw appropriate conclusions |
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To be able to demonstrate computing skills in the handling of scientific data and the use of on-line learning tools |
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