Foundations in Biosciences
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| PHRSF004 | Health Sciences | 0 | 20 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- PHRSF004
- School
- Health Sciences
- Level
- 0
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This course will provide the opportunity for students to explore important aspects of biosciences that form the foundation of undergraduate healthcare courses. In the context of healthcare, the biosciences consists of anatomy, physiology, genetics, microbiology and biochemistry. This module will introduce these subject areas and provide a background to enable students to enter a range of degree programmes within the School of Health Sciences. Laboratory and project work forms a vital component of the module, allowing students to develop analytical, team working and problem solving skills.
Target Students
Level 0 foundation health sciences students.
Classes
- Two 2-hour lectures each week for 11 weeks
Assessment
- 25% Exam 1 (0-hour-30-minute): Online MCQ Examination
- 25% Exam 2 (0-hour-30-minute): Online MCQ Examination
- 50% Exam 3 (1-hour): Online MCQ Examination
Assessed by end of designated period
Educational Aims
To enable students to develop an understanding of the biosciences that providea foundation to enable students to enter a range of degree programmes in healthcare.Learning Outcomes
Intellectual skills
Describe the structural organisation of the human body
Discuss the importance of cell division and cell diversity
Discuss the role of organic and inorganic compounds in cellular metabolism
Describe the normal anatomy and physiology of the major body systems involved in tissue perfusion
Professional / practical skills
Skills in data collection, interpretation and analysis of data
Transferable/key skills
Utilise information technology to support and promote independent learning and assessment skills.