PHA-20026 - Module Specification
School of Pharmacy and Bioengineering
Faculty of Medicine & Health 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

This core module `Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine' draws upon current knowledge and trends in stem cell biology and modelling for regenerative medicine. This provides students with up-to-date information and skills for translational research, being supported by basic concepts and applications within the wider provision of the programme. The module offers interaction with academic researchers and an opportunity to interact with clinicians/industry to appreciate requirements of stakeholders and the socio-economic demands for this field of regenerative medicine. This bridge between theory and practice will allow for developing a student's entrepreneurial potential.

The aim of this module is to study the properties of human stem cells and its application in the field of regenerative medicine.
Through this module students will be able to underpin aspects of developmental biology that relate to stem cell generation, study the types of stem cells, their differentiated counterparts, their applications, and compare these to other current models of regenerative medicine, in improving human health and disease.
Students will have the opportunity to appreciate the development and evaluation of new and current methods of stem cell research and therapeutic intervention strategies through the diverse learning approaches and practical skill development.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate knowledge of the source, types and properties of human stem cells: 1,3
Demonstrate knowledge of differentiation potential of human stem cells: 1
Compare the techniques and applications of stem cells and their differentiated counterparts: 1
Explain and critique the current use of stem cells as models of disease or therapy: 1,2
Compare the potential of non-human model systems for regenerative medicine: 1
Execute a representative laboratory task with stem cells: 3
Propose a theoretical application of stem cells for personalised medicine: 2

Study hours

Lectures = 40h
Tutorials = 15h
Practical = 10h
Poster Presentation = 10h
Drop-in sessions for learning support/discussions = 5h
Private study and assessment = 220h (Guided reading; video tutorials; formative presentations; formative tutor and peer feedback will be given on student work in order to help guide them through the completion of their summative portfolio, lab report and poster).

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment