PSC2018 : Human Anatomy for Physiologists
- Offered for Year: 2025/26
- Module Leader(s): Miss Laura Watson
- Lecturer: Professor Christopher Ward, Dr Tim Cheek, Dr Gavin Clowry, Dr Alison Howard, Mrs Pamela White, Dr Michele Sweeney, Professor David Kennedy
- 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: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
The two complementary branches of science, anatomy and physiology, provide the concepts to help us understand the function of the human body. This module provides an opportunity to develop core knowledge and understanding of human anatomy and how the structures help us explain the functions of key physiological systems.
The module is designed to:
• enable students to develop a core knowledge and understanding of human anatomy.
• integrate knowledge of structure (anatomy) with function (physiology).
• encourage students to consolidate their knowledge of the key physiological systems as taught throughout the Physiological Sciences programme.
Outline Of Syllabus
The course consists of a programme of computer-based sessions that explore anatomical topics related to key physiological systems. These include the cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, reproductive, immune, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems. Students will work through the material in the scheduled sessions in their own time and complete the associated quizzes. In addition to the computer-based sessions, gross anatomy practical classes in the dissecting room will provide the opportunity to examine human material.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 1:00 | 1:00 | Completion of the assessment |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 1 | 1:00 | 1:00 | In person - Lecture introducing the module |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 7 | 1:00 | 7:00 | In person - Lectures providing links between anatomy content and the wider programme |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 4 | 1:30 | 6:00 | In person - Practical sessions within the dissection room. Students will view human cadaveric specimens. |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 1 | 2:00 | 2:00 | In person - Revision session, involving assessment advice, and small group work |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 59:00 | 59:00 | Review of online material, essential reading, revision |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Scheduled on-line contact time | 8 | 3:00 | 24:00 | Asynchronous online/in person - E-learning tutorials completed either in a computer cluster on-campus or via distance learning |
| Total | 100:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The lecture materials are used to introduce the students to key concepts in anatomy and physiology (K1, K3, S1-S2) and to provide a framework for guided independent study (K1-K3 S1-S2). The module centers on computer-based material that students work through. These can be completed in timetabled sessions within computer clusters; a member of staff will be present to provide an opportunity for students to ask questions about topics they do not fully understand (K1-K3 S1-S2). Independent study time is available for students to read around the subject and augment their understanding of the on-line material. The lectures aid the development of an understanding of the relationship between structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) (K2-K3, S2). The practicals in the dissecting room provide laboratory experience and a practical demonstration to support the core material covered in the online material (K1-K3 S1-S2).
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 | 100 | In person Inspera Invigilated: Quiz format (Maximum 60 questions). |
Exam Pairings
| Module Code | Module Title | Semester | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Human Anatomy | 2 | Students would sit either the same or similar exam at the same time | |
| Human Anatomy | 2 | Students would sit either the same or similar exam at the same time | |
| Anatomy | 2 | Students would sit either the same or similar exam at the same time |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The examination assesses the student's core knowledge and understanding of anatomy covered in the module.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- PSC2018's Timetable