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ANAT10140

Academic Year 2025/2026

Anatomy for Sports Science II (ANAT10140)

Subject:
Human Anatomy
College:
Health & Agricultural Sciences
School:
Medicine
Level:
1 (Introductory)
Credits:
5
Module Coordinator:
Dr Aleksandar Krstic
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 examines the anatomy of the cardiorespiratory system and is designed for Sports Scientists. In addition the clinical anatomy of the head, neck and vertebral column is covered. Some important information about the central nervous system will be addressed. Ideally this module should be studied after Anatomy for Sports Science I.

About this Module

Learning Outcomes:

Following successful completion of this module the student should be able to:
1) Identify organs and structures in the thorax, head and neck.
2) Recognise anatomical features and relate them to sectional and radiographic anatomy.
3) Apply knowledge of Anatomy to clinical situations and topics of importance in sports science.

Indicative Module Content:

1. Thorax
Surface anatomy, osteology and respiratory muscles
The muscles, joints and movements of respiration
Lungs and pleura
Mediastinum: divisions and contents, great vessels
Heart and pericardium

2.Head, Neck and Spine
Superficial neck and scalp
Cervical vertebrae
Muscles of the cervical region
Bones of the facial skeleton
Carotid sheath and blood supply to head
Spinal column - regions and joints
Spinal column ‐ ligaments and muscles
Spinal nerves, spinal cord and tracts
Radiographic anatomy of spine and spinal trauma

3. C.N.S.
Blood supply to CNS
Cranial nerves, Visual pathways

Student Effort Hours:
Student Effort Type Hours
Autonomous Student Learning

91
Lectures

21
Tutorial

7
Practical

6
Total

125

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
50 minute lectures (n=21)
2 hour practical classes (n=6)

Students may use AI tools for limited support in this module, such as for independent study, revision, or practice activities (e.g. generating practice questions or summarising concepts). Students remain fully responsible for the accuracy, reliability, and academic integrity of their learning.

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations
Learning Recommendations:

Prior study of Anatomy for Sports Science I


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Incompatibles:
ANAT10120 - Clinical Human Anatomy II, ANAT20010 - Anatomy III, ANAT20070 - Anatomy of the Thorax, SMGT10210 - Appl Biology of Sport and Ex

Additional Information:
Students in the following programmes: Medicine, Radiography, Physiotherapy or Biomedical Health and Life Science are not permitted to take this module irrespective of stage.


 

Assessment Strategy
Description Timing Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade In Module Component Repeat Offered
Exam (In-person): Anatomy Spotters - MCQ and/or SAQ based questions Week 4, Week 8, Week 12 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No
30
 No
Exam (In-person): One hour exit examination. Blend of MCQ and SAQ questions. End of trimester
Duration:
1 hr(s)
 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No
70
 No

Carry forward of passed components
No
 

Resit In Terminal Exam
Summer Yes - 1 Hour
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Group/class feedback, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Within 2 weeks of the in-term assessment, students will be informed of their provisional component grade. General feedback to the class will be provided based on analysis of performance. Students interested in receiving individualised feedback will be invited to make an appointment with the module coordinator.

Moore's Essential Clinical Anatomy
ISBN 9781496369659

Name Role
Assoc Professor Neil Gerard Docherty Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Dearbhaile Dooley Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Laura Gorman Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Professor James Jones Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Aleksandar Krstic Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Ms Annmarie Carroll Tutor

Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
Spring Practical Offering 1 Week(s) - 22 Fri 12:00 - 13:50
Spring Practical Offering 1 Week(s) - 29 Fri 12:00 - 13:50
Spring Practical Offering 1 Week(s) - 31 Fri 12:00 - 13:50
Spring Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 20 Fri 16:00 - 16:50
Spring Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 20 Mon 14:00 - 14:50
Spring Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 21 Mon 14:00 - 14:50
Spring Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 23 Thurs 11:00 - 11:50
Spring Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 24 Thurs 11:00 - 11:50
Spring Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 25, 30 Thurs 11:00 - 11:50
Spring Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 26 Thurs 11:00 - 11:50
Spring Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 29, 31 Thurs 11:00 - 11:50
Spring Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 32 Thurs 11:00 - 11:50
Spring Tutorial Offering 1 Week(s) - 23 Thurs 15:00 - 15:50
Spring Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 24 Thurs 15:00 - 15:50
Spring Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32 Tues 12:00 - 12:50
Spring Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 33 Wed 15:00 - 15:50
Spring Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 22 Wed 16:00 - 16:50
Spring Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 23 Wed 16:00 - 16:50
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