2019/20 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
BMSC2232 Topics in Physiology
10 creditsClass Size: 60
Module manager: Dr Lin-Hua Jiang
Email: L.H.Jiang@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2019/20
Pre-requisite qualifications
Normally, completion of level 1 of a BMS programme or equivalent.Pre-requisites
BMSC2120 | Scientific Skills |
Co-requisites
BMSC2228 | Experimental Skills in Physiology |
Module replaces
BMSC2314This module is not approved as a discovery module
Objectives
This module has two sets of objectives:- Subject-specific: to deepen and broaden, and reinforce understanding of, particular topics within physiology, particularly relating to modules being studied in parallel with it, and to introduce broader aspects of the subject not covered elsewhere in the course;
- Transferable skills: tutorials will cover and assess a wide range of skills, including critical reading, data analysis, and different forms of presentation.
Learning outcomes
The specific topics of each tutorial will be decided by the tutor taking it. There will be overall coordination to ensure that a broad range of topics, and teaching and learning methods, are covered.
Skills outcomes
Improved oral, on-line and written presentations. Improved problem-solving and data analysis. Time keeping and group working.
Syllabus
This module will consist of an introductory lecture (at the beginning of the semester) together with 6 tutorials, on a range of topics relevant to the Biomedical Sciences. Each module will be individually assessed, using different methods, to provide an opportunity to gain experience in a range of transferrable skills.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Lecture | 1 | 1.00 | 1.00 |
Tutorial | 6 | 2.00 | 12.00 |
Private study hours | 87.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 13.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100.00 |
Private study
The private study time will be used primarily in preparing for the tutorials: learning about the topic to be discussed, and preparing a presentation using the method listed for that tutorial. It is expected that students will spend an average of 4 hours per tutorial either collecting material on-line, or using online support tools. The remainder of the time each will be spent using classical resources, and preparing their presentations where appropriate. There is no final exam, so no allowance has been made for exam preparation time.Independent online learning: 24 hours
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Attendance registers and marks will be collected from each tutorial and monitored by the module manager. This will allow an early detection of students who are struggling, and allow us to discuss it with the student concerned, and provide appropriate support where needed.Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Tutorial Performance | Various methods, including worksheets, oral and poster presentations, etc. | 100.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 17/04/2019
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