LSC-20079 - Module Specification
School of Life Sciences
Faculty of Natural Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2024/25

The functional anatomy of the human nervous system is critical to understanding neurophysiology and pathology.
You will explore the functional anatomy of the human nervous system, its blood supply, and movement of cerebrospinal fluid. Specifically, you will identify the morphology and organisation of major neurological structures including the thalamus, cerebellum, basal ganglia, cerebral cortex, limbic system, brainstem nuclei, the major sensory and motor projections, the blood supply to the brain, and the movement of cerebrospinal fluid.

Students will learn the major anatomical features of the human nervous system, including the morphology and organisation of major neurological structures.

Intended Learning Outcomes

describe the external morphology and structural organisation of the brain and spinal cord: 2
identify the key anatomical features of the brainstem, mid-brain structures, and cranial nerves: 2
describe the functional anatomy of sensory and motor projections, and associated structures: 2
describe the functional anatomy of the limbic system, hypothalamus and cortical integration of higher function: 2
discuss the principles of the cerebral blood supply, venous drainage, and movement of cerebrospinal fluid: 2
research and select neuroanatomy-related information to create a video/animation resource: 1

Study hours

Active learning:
11x2h interactive tutorials
3x1h in-person group work
11x5h engagement with asynchronous content
Independent study:
2x2h reflection on labs delivered in LSC-20107 and linked with this module
7h ICA1 preparation
1x 1h class test
58 hours of independent study

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment