BM7110 - Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Disease (2025/26)
| Module specification | Module approved to run in 2025/26 | ||||||||||||
| Module title | Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Disease | ||||||||||||
| Module level | Masters (07) | ||||||||||||
| Credit rating for module | 20 | ||||||||||||
| School | School of Human Sciences | ||||||||||||
| Total study hours | 200 | ||||||||||||
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| Running in 2025/26(Please note that module timeslots are subject to change) |
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Module summary
This module provides an understanding and knowledge of the theory and practice of human anatomy and physiology and the aetiology, pathology, clinical presentation, treatment and diagnosis of diseases affecting human body systems.
Syllabus
Human anatomy and physiology: an introduction to the anatomical structure and physiological function of humann body systems, including the immune, integumentary, nervous, endocrine, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory and renal systems. Developmental biology and embryonic development. Pathology and disease processes: cellular and tissue pathology, mechanisms of cell injury, cellular adaptation to stress, necrosis and apoptosis; classifications, aetiology and mechanisms of disease processes; system-specific diseases: autoimmune and immunodeficiency disorders, dermatological disorders, neurological disorders, endocrine disorders, metabolic bone diseases, bone fractures, osteomyelitis & bone tumours, cardiovascular diseases, respiratory diseases, nutritional deficiencies, renal disorders. Focus on current health issues (UK): Alcohol, obesity and diabetes. Pharmacological treatment of diseases and the role of drugs and their actions. (LO1-3)
Balance of independent study and scheduled teaching activity
Information pertaining to the subject matter will be presented through an integrated programme of lectures and supporting exercises, together with some use of a problem-based learning approach and the guided use of student-centred learning resources. Lectures will be used to provide a conceptual framework. Student centred assignments will enable students to reinforce and expand their knowledge, and develop subject specific skills and competence.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the anatomy and physiology of human body systems and the mechanisms of homeostatic control and the aetiology, pathology, clinical presentation and treatment of common diseases affecting human body systems. Understand the process of developmental biology.
2. Think critically in analysing and solving problems on anatomy, physiology, pathology and disease and research, evaluate, and discuss key issues within the subject area and communicate the results in a cogent and balanced manner.
3. Demonstrate through the reflective learning journal that the student has reflected on their own performance as an independent professional learner.