Throughout this module you will develop your knowledge and understanding of the core anatomical, physiological, cellular and biochemical processes that contribute to human health and wellbeing. You will investigate the changes, adaptations and regulatory mechanisms that enable these systems to respond to normal changes throughout a healthy life and will focus on the inter-relationships between the individual systems and their interdependence on each other.

This will include discussion of normal cellular, genetic and biochemical processes, alongside discussion of major physiological systems (CNS, Cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary and musculoskeletal, reproductive). We will also consider the microbiome and the immune system and their inter-relationship in maintaining health. Throughout the module we will consider the effect of age on these systems and processes.

This module is mapped against the Quality Assurance Agency Benchmark for Biomedical Science and the National School of Healthcare Science Practitioner Training Programme curriculum and contributes to the Healthcare Science Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship Standard by developing your knowledge of the underlying scientific principles of the investigations offered by healthcare science services.

Examination – LOs 1,2,3

A 2-hour examination, utilising short answer questions, will cover the breadth and depth of topics that are covered throughout the module.

This module is delivered as a blend of asynchronous online learning sessions, on campus study days and work-based study. Within each learning unit you will be given a range of learning outcomes and directed through a variety of learning material (for example recorded lectures, online exercises or collaborative activities) to work though asynchronously together with an opportunity to check and develop your learning (for example through online quizzes, challenge questions or discussion fora). You are encouraged to reflect upon the academic content of the module and consider how this is applicable within your workplace.

Your learning is supported by a group discussion board and weekly online sessions where you can discuss your learning with the academic teaching team.

1. Explain the core anatomy, physiology, cellular and biochemical processes that contribute to human health. Knowledge and Understanding, Learning

2. Apply your knowledge of the core anatomy, physiology, cellular and biochemical processes to illustrate how these systems respond to normal changes throughout a healthy life. Knowledge and Understanding, Application

3. Critically analyse the inter-relationships between the individual systems and their contribution to human health. Analysis, Reflection

You will require access to a computer with internet access.
Access to specialist facilities on campus.

Martini, Nath and Bartholomew (2015). Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology: (International edition, 10th edition). ISBN 9781292057217

The IBMS Fundamentals series will be used throughout to support discussions.
https://global.oup.com/academic/content/series/f/fundamentals-of-biomedical-science-ibms/?cc=gb&lang=en&

Reference to primary literature will be strongly encouraged.

Throughout this module you will develop your knowledge and understanding of the core anatomical, physiological, cellular and biochemical processes that contribute to human health and wellbeing. You will investigate the changes, adaptations and regulatory mechanisms that enable these systems to respond to normal changes throughout a healthy life and will focus on the inter-relationships between the individual systems and their interdependence on each other.