BMD2023 : Sensory, Motor, and Cognitive Neuroscience (Inactive)
- Inactive for Year: 2025/26
- Module Leader(s): Dr Sasha Kraskov
- Co-Module Leader: Dr Claudia Racca
- Owning School: Biomedical, Nutritional and Sports Scien
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
This module aims to develop students’ understanding of the main principles of:
How the nervous system controls conscious and unconscious motor and sensory systems, behaviour, and cognition.
How research in sensory & motor system and cognitive neuroscience is conducted.
The experimental methods and techniques used in system and cognitive neuroscience.
Outline Of Syllabus
Topics covered by this module include:
Sensory System & Cognition – including vision, motion, hearing, language, and multisensory integration.
The Motor System – including principles of motor control at cortical, subcortical and spinal levels, overcoming damage to the motor system, and brain-machine interfaces.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 25 | 1:00 | 25:00 | Mixture of didactic and flip classroom sessions |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 5 | 1:00 | 5:00 | Discussion based seminar sessions |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Workshops | 1 | 2:00 | 2:00 | In person Scientific paper interpretation workshop |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 167 | 1:00 | 167:00 | Writing up lecture, seminar notes; Assessment preparation and completion; Directed research and reading; Skills practice; Formative MCQ; Reflective learning activity |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Module talk | 1 | 1:00 | 1:00 | Introductory lecture |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Lectures will form the basis of a student’s understanding of the taught subject and will provide students with key information to achieve the learning outcomes of the module.
Seminars will encourage contextualisation of taught material through discussion, Q&As, data interpretation and problem-solving.
The workshop will provide skills training and assessment guidance. Workshops foster active learning, collaboration, and critical thinking and this workshop will bridge theory and practice by engaging students in problem-solving, discussions, and hands-on activities, enhancing understanding and retention while developing teamwork and communication skills.
Independent study will allow students to extend their knowledge and prepare for assessments through consolidation of module content, reading of books, journal articles and other recommended references.
The in-course assessment will teach students time management and organisation and encourage independent working, as well as supporting their understanding of the subject.
The formative MCQ provides a test of the acquired knowledge by the end of the module and the ability to synthesise information. It has strong formative element and reinforces learning by providing immediate feedback on the students’ answers.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Examination | 60 | 2 | A | 24 | Two-part exam. Part 1: Digital. Inspera invigilated quiz format exam (60 mins, 24%), max 60 questions. Inspera open for duration of exam (120 mins). Closed book. |
| Written Examination | 60 | 2 | A | 36 | Two-part exam. Part 2: Written – paper interpretation exercise (60 mins, 36%), short answers. |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Report | 2 | M | 40 | Students to submit short answer questions electronically via Canvas following paper interpretation workshop (Max 10 questions). |
Formative Assessments
Formative Assessment is an assessment which develops your skills in being assessed, allows for you to receive feedback, and prepares you for being assessed. However, it does not count to your final mark.
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer assessment | 2 | M | Online MCQ assessment completed in own time |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The quiz format question section of the examination will assess the students' knowledge and understanding of taught material and additional reading; the scientific paper interpretation section of the examination will assess the students’ ability to use their knowledge and understanding of the topics to data presented in a scientific research paper. Overall, the examination provides evidence of individual knowledge and understanding of the topics.
The workshop report supports the students’ development in addressing, analysing, and solving problems, answering questions, critically analysing and interpreting data and current supportive literature and draw appropriate conclusions. Students will also develop their written communication skills.
The formative MCQ with feedback serves as a formative end of module test of knowledge and provides springboard for revision.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- BMD2023's Timetable