Unit name | Physiology 1B |
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Unit code | PHPH10018 |
Credit points | 20 |
Level of study | C/4 |
Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 2 (weeks 13 - 24) |
Unit director | Dr. Zoe Palmer |
Open unit status | Not open |
Pre-requisites |
Normally GCSE (grade C minimum) Double Science plus one biological or physical science A-level Understanding Body Function A or Biology 1B |
Co-requisites |
None |
School/department | School of Physiology, Pharmacology & Neuroscience |
Faculty | Faculty of Life Sciences |
This unit will provide an introduction to physiology, with an emphasis on mammalian physiology. The following topics are covered: kidney, gastrointestinal tract, endocrinology and reproduction. Practical classes are supported by an online dynamic laboratory manual, eBioLabs and complement the lecture topics. Practicals include investigating the function of the human renal and reproduction systems. Students also undertake an extended practical project planning, data handling and presentation of results.
Aims:
By the end of the unit you should be able to:
Lectures
Practicals
eBiolabs (supporting practicals)
Large group tutorials/workshops
Summative:
Coursework 30%
Exam (end of unit) 70% (1-5)
There are many good Physiology textbooks and we would encourage you to pick one that suits you. In the list below textbooks 1, 2, 3 and 7 are comprehensive physiology textbooks and textbooks 4, 5 and 6 are more accessible and may be better for getting to grips with the basics.
You should be aware that the Medical Library stocks a good range of textbooks including those listed above.