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RDI-20007 - Module Specification
School of Allied Health Professions and Pharmacy
Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences

For academic year: 2026/27 Last Updated: 16 September 2026

RDI-20007 - Histology and Pathology
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Level: Level 5
Credits: 15
Study Hours: 150
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Programme/Approved Electives for 2026/27

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

BSc (Hons) Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) programme level 4

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2026/27

You will develop your understanding of the major body systems in health and disease, including anatomy, physiology, pathology and relevant UK screening programmes. This module supports students to recognise how common conditions present, how they are investigated and managed, and how anatomical knowledge is applied to radiographic, sectional and diagnostic images.

Aims
The aim of this module is to develop your knowledge and understanding of human anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology across the major body systems. You will explore the structure and function of the cardiovascular, respiratory, genito-urinary, gastro-intestinal and neuro-endocrine systems in health and disease, considering common signs, symptoms, treatment options and relevant UK screening programmes. The module will also support you in applying anatomical and cross-sectional knowledge to the identification of key structures and radiographic features on diagrams, sectional images and diagnostic images.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Explain the structure and function of the human body in health and disease, with reference to the cardiovascular, respiratory, genito-urinary, gastro-intestinal and neuro-endocrine systems.: 1,2
Explain the pathophysiology, signs, symptoms and common treatment options for pathologies affecting the major body systems.: 1,2
Apply knowledge of body systems, regional anatomy and cross-sectional anatomy to identify and accurately label key anatomical structures and radiographic features on diagrams, sectional images and diagnostic images.: 1,2
Describe relevant UK screening programmes linked to the body systems studied, and explain how these programmes support early detection, imaging referral and patient management.: 1,2

Study hours

Active learning:
Lectures ~17 hours
Anatomy Lab ~ 4 Hours
Tutorials and formative preparation for examinations ~10 hours
Asynchronous ~29
Independent study and preparation for examinations
~90 hours self directed study and preparation for assessment


School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment

1: Exam weighted 50%
60 Minute Computer Based Examination (Semester 1)
60 Minute computer-based examination undertaken on campus in exam conditions. Examples of question types within the exam includes (but are not limited to): • Multiple Choice / Multiple Answer Questions • Labelling questions • Fill in the blank type questions • Matching • Short Answer – free text responses This examination will take place in the Semester 1 assessment period. Exam content will relate to the body systems that are taught in Semester 1 and will include: Cardiovascular system Skull Anatomy Neuro Respiratory Pathologies Gastrointestinal Tract

2: Exam weighted 50%
60 Minute Computer Based Examination (Semester 2)
60 Minute computer-based examination undertaken on campus in exam conditions. Examples of question types within the exam includes (but are not limited to): • Multiple Choice / Multiple Answer Questions • Labelling questions • Fill in the blank type questions • Matching • Short Answer – free text responses This examination will take place in the Semester 2 assessment period. Exam content will relate to the body systems that are taught in Semester 2 and will include: Genitourinary system Reproductive Systems Liver Hepatobiliary System

The University undertakes a continuous review of its teaching and research provision to ensure programmes are of a high quality and changes may be made to modules where it is necessary and reasonable to do so. Please be aware that minor changes to modules, such as a change to an individual assessment, can occur up until enrolment, although we endeavour to give you as much notice as possible of any changes. Details about the circumstance in which changes are made to programmes can be found in the Student Agreement, available at: https://www.keele.ac.uk/legalgovernancecompliance/governance/actcharterstatutesordinancesandregulations/studenttermsconditions/

Last Updated: 16 September 2026