Biology: An Introduction to Body Systems

Code	School	Level	Credits	Semesters
VETSF003	Veterinary Medicine and Science	0	15	Full Year UK

Code: VETSF003
School: Veterinary Medicine and Science
Level: 0
Credits: 15
Semesters: Full Year UK

Summary

This module considers:

Cardiovascular system
Gastrointestinal system and nutrition
Nervous system
Musculoskeletal system
Reproductive system
Excretory system

Target Students

Restricted to students registered for the BVMedSci Preliminary Year programme only

Classes

A mixture of lectures, practical sessions, seminars and self-directed study.

Assessment

40% Inclass Exam 1 (Written) (1-hour): Short answer exam
40% Inclass Exam 2 (Online) (1-hour): MCQ Style Exam
20% Coursework: Information leaflet

Assessed by end of designated period

Educational Aims

The aims of the module are to provide students with:An introduction to the cardiovascular systemA basic understanding of the gastrointestinal system and nutritionAn introduction to the nervous systemA basic understanding of the musculoskeletal system An introduction to the reproductive systemA basic understanding of the excretory system

Learning Outcomes

a. Knowledge and understanding:

At the end of this module the student should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:

Gross and histological anatomy and function of the mammalian cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, nervous, excretory and reproductive systems.

b. Intellectual skills:

At the end of this module the student should be able to demonstrate:

The ability to integrate information from skeletal models and dissected specimens and relate these to living organisms.

c. Professional and practical skills:

At the end of this module the student should be able to demonstrate:

Basic dissection skills.

The correct use of anatomical nomenclature and terminology.

d. Transferable (key) Skills:

At the end of this module the student should be able to:

Develop learning and study techniques which promote life-long learning, and understand different methods of teaching and learning.

Demonstrate competence in a range of IT skills.

Learn to search for, select and use information to solve problems and make decisions.

Demonstrate good written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills.

Demonstrate good interpersonal skills and team-working ability.

Understand and mitigate time and stress demands.

Conveners

Dr Amir Choudhary

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Last updated 07/01/2025.