Human Physiology and Metabolism (FND11)

15 credits, Level 3 (sub-degree)

Spring teaching

This module introduces aspects of human physiology and metabolism, and shows how the two are connected.

Topics will include:

cellular respiration including aerobic and anaerobic
ventilation
circulation
homeostasis
immune system
nervous system.

You’ll have the opportunity to develop your practical techniques, scientific writing and notation.

Teaching

60%: Lecture (Lecture, Post-lab)
25%: Practical (Laboratory, Practical, Workshop)
15%: Seminar

Assessment

50%: Coursework (Problem set)
50%: Examination (Multiple choice questions)

Contact hours and workload

This module is approximately 150 hours of work. This breaks down into about 30 hours of contact time and about 120 hours of independent study. The University may make minor variations to the contact hours for operational reasons, including timetabling requirements.

We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We’re planning to run these modules in the academic year 2024/25. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum.

We’ll make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.