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On completion of this module students should have an understanding of: 1. Development of the nervous system 2. Electrical signaling in nerve cells and synaptic transmission 3. Sensory receptors and special senses 4. Motor and higher cortical function 5. Introduction to some diseases of the nervous system.
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 30 |
Specified Learning Activities | 14 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 75 |
Total | 119 |
An basic understanding of cell and molecular biology
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Exam (In-person): Exit exam MCQ | n/a | Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% | No | 60 |
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Exam (In-person): Mid term MCQ | n/a | Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% | No | 20 |
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Exam (Online): MCQ based on a home assignment | n/a | Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% | No | 20 |
Resit In | Terminal Exam |
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Autumn | Yes - 2 Hour |
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Online automated feedback
• Self-assessment activities
Feedback given individually to students where requested
Name | Role |
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Dr Olga Baron | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Dr Gary Brennan | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Assoc Professor Caroline Herron | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Professor John O'Connor | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Mr Sean Quinlan | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |