2023/24 Undergraduate Module Catalogue

LISS1061 Cardiovascular Health and Diabetes: An Introduction

10 creditsClass Size: 30

Module manager: Piruthivi Sukumar
Email: p.sukumar@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: 1 Jul to 31 Aug View Timetable

Year running 2023/24

Pre-requisite qualifications

GPA of 2.5 (US) or equivalent and enrolled at a university

This module is not approved as a discovery module

Module summary

The rising prevalence of cardiovascular diseases, including heart attacks and strokes, as well as diabetes, is a critical global health concern. This module provides an introduction to these complex health issues. You will explore the essential basics of the cardiovascular system's functioning and the intricate regulation of glucose and energy within the human body. You'll delve into the pressing need for innovation in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients, emphasizing a multidisciplinary approach.

Objectives

The objectives of this module are to provide a basic understanding of the causes of different types of disease affecting cardiovascular system, together with information about how evidence for this is gathered, for students with limited biological/medical background.

Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes relevant to the subject:

1. Identify the basic functional anatomy and working physiology of the cardiovascular system.

2. Investigate and describe the most common cardiovascular diseases.

3. Explore basic cardiovascular diagnostic tools and treatment modalities including prevention.

4. Explain the basic concepts of blood sugar control including the need for it and explore the basic treatment options for diabetes and hypertension including prevention.

Skills outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following skills learning outcomes:

1. Academic and digital skills – searching, identifying and evaluating biomedical literature

2. Sustainability and Healthy Living – basic understanding of prevention and early diagnosis of cardiovascular diseases and diabetes

3. Technical and Scientific Presentation

Syllabus

Teaching methods

Delivery type	Number	Length hours	Student hours
Fieldwork	1	8.00	8.00
Fieldwork	1	10.00	10.00
Seminar	8	3.00	24.00
Independent online learning hours			15.00
Private study hours			43.00
Total Contact hours			42.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)			100.00

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

Participation in the discussion at the start of each teaching session on the topic discussed in the previous lecture.

One-to-one discussion with the tutor during the tutor’s office hours.

Methods of assessment

Coursework

Assessment type	Notes	% of formal assessment
Assignment	Course work	80.00
Presentation	Group Presentation	20.00
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework)		100.00

Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated

Reading list

There is no reading list for this module

Last updated: 29/02/2024

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