This module provides an overview of the human body and how it works. It covers anatomy and physiology, from subcellular structures to the organisation of tissues, organs and organ systems such as the heart, lungs, liver, digestive system and nervous system. You will learn about cells and how they are organised, tissues and what they are made of, how you breathe and obtain oxygen from the air, how you eat and digest food, how you sense the world around you and how your body's actions are coordinated. The lectures are delivered with colourful slides containing visual aids aimed at helping you understand the body systems and how they work. The practicals give you hands on experience of the techniques and an opportunity to explore different aspects of the biology of the human organism.
Understand the basics of the organization of tissues and organs. Will be achieved by assessments: 1, 2
Understand the basics of the human cardiovascular system. Will be achieved by assessments: 1, 2
Understand the basics of the human respiratory system. Will be achieved by assessments: 1, 2
Understand the basics of the human digestive system. Will be achieved by assessments: 1, 2
Understand the basics of the human nervous system. Will be achieved by assessments: 1, 2
Understand the basics of selected disease processes. Will be achieved by assessments: 1, 2
The exam will consist of approximately 100 MCQs each with 4 - 5 possible answers, from which students select the one they consider to be the correct answer.
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