Module overview
This shared module builds upon aspects of the preceding 'Foundations of Healthcare Sciences' module. Students will advance their understanding in key aspects of neuromuscular physiology and anatomy in addition to being introduced to fundamental and applied aspects of pharmacology, genetics and genomics and reproduction. Relevant psychosocial and mental health topics that can influence health behaviours will also be addressed.
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Explain the anatomy and physiology of the sensory and motor systems.
- Explain the principles of inheritance, DNA, genetics and genomics.
- Explain the basic principles of pharmacology, pharmacokinetics and therapeutics including drug naming and classifications, definitions of terms, as well as related mathematical concepts where appropriate.
- Describe key psycho-social factors, such as adherence, memory, pain, mental health and related models, which can influence health behaviours.
- Explain the process of human development from conception to birth.
Syllabus
The syllabus will include:
An introduction to pharmacology and e.g. pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, therapeutics.
An introduction to development in the womb.
An Introduction to genetics and genomics including Mendelian inheritance, the structure and function of nucleic acids and chromosomes.
An introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the motor and sensory systems, which will build upon the basic understanding of the neuro-muscular system covered in Foundation of Healthcare Science.
An introduction to key psycho-social factors, such as Adherence, memory, mental health and related models, which can influence health behaviours.
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
This module will use a blended-learning approach, with a range of teaching and learning activities. You will be directed to attend lead lectures and/or seminars which are identified as essential to underpin your knowledge and future practice. You should also develop the skills and initiative necessary to manage your own independent learning as part of you professional responsibility.
| Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Independent Study | 159.5 |
| Blended Learning | 28 |
| Total study time | 187.5 |
Resources & Reading list
Internet Resources
Anatomy.TV (Primal Pictures Online) (Access free at the point of use during studentship).
LWW Health Library Online (Access free at the point of use during studentship).
Textbooks
Marieb, E. (2018). Human Anatomy & Physiology (10th Ed.). Pearson.
Assessment
Assessment strategy
To pass this module you must achieve a weighted mean average of 40 % or more AND also you must pass the final exam at 40% or more.
If an attempt is taken in the supplementary period then it will follow the format detailed in the referral method.
Formative
This is how we’ll give you feedback as you are learning. It is not a formal test or exam.
Assessment
- Assessment Type: Formative
- Feedback: A series of example answers will be provided.
- Final Assessment: No
- Group Work: No
Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| MCQ-applied knowledge assessment | 5% |
| Exam | 80% |
| MCQ-applied knowledge assessment | 5% |
| MCQ-applied knowledge assessment | 5% |
| MCQ-applied knowledge assessment | 5% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Exam | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: External