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Structure & Function in the Human Brain (C7143)

Structure and Function in the Human Brain

Module C7143

Module details for 2022/23.

15 credits

FHEQ Level 6

Pre-Requisite

C1098 Neural Circuits (or equivalent)

Module Outline

The aim of the module is to reveal the anatomical substrates on which the processing of sensory information and the generation of motor commands depend. Specific attention will be paid to the relationship between structure and function. The module will cover the development of the anatomical features of the nervous system and will give a comparative interpretation of the anatomy of brain regions and their cellular components using a variety of examples including vertebrate and invertebrate models. The module will provide basic knowledge of the main techniques used to study the functional anatomy of the brain at systems, cellular and molecular levels.

Module learning outcomes

Systematically describe key aspects of development and structure-function relationships within the mammalian brain, including the processing of sensory information and the generation of motor commands.

Apply an understanding of a range of established techniques of experimental analysis and enquiry within neuroanatomy, in order to critically evaluate research literature and extend their knowledge.

Effectively communicate information, arguments and analysis to specialist and non-specialist audiences.

TypeTimingWeighting
Coursework65.00%
Coursework components. Weighted as shown below.
EssayT1 Week 10 100.00%
Multiple Choice questionsSemester 1 Assessment35.00%
Timing

Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.

Weighting

Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.

TermMethodDurationWeek pattern
Autumn SemesterLecture1 hour22222222221
Autumn SemesterWorkshop2 hours00002000000

How to read the week pattern

The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.

Prof Ildiko Kemenes

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