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NEUR40110

Academic Year 2024/2025

Sensory Neuroscience (NEUR40110)

Subject:
Neuroscience
College:
Science
School:
Biomolecular & Biomed Science
Level:
4 (Masters)
Credits:
10
Module Coordinator:
Dr Olga Baron
Trimester:
Spring
Mode of Delivery:
On Campus
Internship Module:
No
How will I be graded?
Letter grades

Curricular information is subject to change.

This module runs alongside the B.Sc. Neuroscience degree programme. The course describes in detail the anatomy and physiology of the sensory system and the main sensory pathways and transduction of sensory information. Emphasis is placed on the physiological processing of sensory information at the receptor level and in the sensory cortex. The module describes in detail the special senses with particular focus on the optics of the eye and central processing of vision, and also hearing, vestibular function, olfaction and gustation. The physiological basis of pain is also described. Some diseases of the senses are also alluded to.

About this Module

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of the module students should be able to:
1. Understand the anatomy of sensory pathways and sensory receptors
2. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the optics and physiology of vision
3. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the physiology of cutaneous receptors, hearing and balance, gustation and olfaction.
3. Provide experience of computer aided learning.
4. Learn skills in communicating neuroscience concepts in a clear and scientific manner.

Student Effort Hours:
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

24
Tutorial

2
Specified Learning Activities

15
Autonomous Student Learning

160
Total

201

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
lectures;
group work;
writing;
active/task-based learning;

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
 

Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade In Module Component Repeat Offered
Exam (In-person): End of trimester 2 hr exam covering all aspects of the course End of trimester
Duration:
2 hr(s)
 Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

60

 No
Exam (In-person): Mid term MCQ exam on all aspects of the course. Week 7 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No

10

 No
Assignment(Including Essay): Essay on a topic from the module worth 30%. Week 11 Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

30

 No

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 

Resit In Terminal Exam
Autumn Yes - 2 Hour
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

MCQ exam results individual feedback. Essay feedback individual

Name Role
Dr Olga Baron Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Assoc Professor Nuala Brady Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Assoc Professor Caroline Herron Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
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