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LSC-10047 - Module Specification
School of Life Sciences
Faculty of Natural Sciences

For academic year: 2024/25 Last Updated: 22 November 2024

LSC-10047 - Introduction to Neuroscience
Coordinator: Marta Woloszynowska-Fraser
Lecture Time: See Timetable...
Level: Level 4
Credits: 30
Study Hours: 300
School Office: 01782 734414

Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2024/25

This module will introduce you to the anatomy and function of the nervous system, drawing on information from a range of organisms but primarily aimed at understanding the human nervous system.
You will be given practical exercises to supplement your understanding of both human and animal anatomy and physiology, microscopy and recording techniques using computer based physiology work stations. You will develop skills in scientific writing, data analysis, understanding scientific material, communicating to various audiences, note taking and team working.

Aims
To provide a general description of the architecture and the physiology of nervous systems, the neural basis of behaviour, a brief discussion of the senses and concepts of development and the evolution of the nervous system.

Talis Aspire Reading List
Any reading lists will be provided by the start of the course.
http://lists.lib.keele.ac.uk/modules/lsc-10047/lists

Intended Learning Outcomes

identify the principal anatomical subdivisions and structures of the nervous systems, including the development of the nervous system, and discuss their structure-function relationships: 3,4
explain the basic physiological and chemical basis of neural function: 4
describe the main sensory systems of the human body: 4
describe specific examples of human nervous system disorders: 3,4
analyse and evaluate experimental studies of neuroscience and present them in graphic form: 1,3
write a concise report based on lab results using appropriate terminology and subject research: 2
appreciate the teamwork approach, the concepts of leadership and the significance of group dynamics to effective teamwork: 5

Study hours

22 x 1h - in situ delivery of tutorials
6 x 1h - in situ small group teaching
22 x 1h - preparation for tutorials/workshops/discussions
22 x 1h - reflection on tutorials/workshops/discussions
20 x 5h - engagement with asynchronous material split across each week
6 x 2h - reflection and preparation for core labs linked with content
6 x 2h - reflection on small group teaching and preparation and answering lab book questions
10h - preparation of infographic
20h - preparation of lab report
20h - preparation/revision for final exam
2h - final MCQ exam
52h - independent study

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment

1: Creative Brief weighted 10%
Infographic


2: Laboratory Report weighted 40%
Lab report (1500 words)


3: Assignment weighted 30%
Electronic lab book with elements of analysis


4: Exam weighted 20%
Class test (1-hour active working in a 2-hour assessment window)


5: Competence weighted 0%
Engagement with preparation and participation with small group teaching


The University undertakes a continuous review of its teaching and research provision to ensure programmes are of a high quality and changes may be made to modules where it is necessary and reasonable to do so. Please be aware that minor changes to modules, such as a change to an individual assessment, can occur up until enrolment, although we endeavour to give you as much notice as possible of any changes. Details about the circumstance in which changes are made to programmes can be found in the Student Agreement, available at: https://www.keele.ac.uk/legalgovernancecompliance/governance/actcharterstatutesordinancesandregulations/studenttermsconditions/

Last Updated: 22 November 2024