The assessment for this module is 100% coursework based on the presentation of a word processed report (2500 words) on a topic selected from the titles provided in the student handbook. The report should not be an essay, but should encompass the ability to have subsections and appendices for additional material that would not be available in a traditional essay.

assessing learning outcomes 1,2,3,4

Formative guidance will be provided throughout the module, mainly via tutor feedback and discussion with individual students at the end of each session.

Detailed written guidance and specific marking criteria for the above assessment will be given with the module handbook.

Rang, Dale, Ritter and Moore: Pharmacology 5th Edition Churchill Livingstone ISBN 0443071454 (2003)
Dale & Haylett: Pharmacology Condensed Churchill Livingston 0443070490 (2004)

The aim of this module is to develop knowledge of the structure and function of the central nervous system (CNS) and to study of the nature and action of neuropharmacological agents on these systems. You will be introduced to the brains internal environment and with a consideration of role of neurotransmitters (Acetylcholine, Norepinephrine, GABA, Dopamine, Peptides and Serotonin), at the pathway, synapse and drug interaction levels. At the end of the module you should be able to understand neurotransmitter - drug interactions and their importance to CNS function in humans.

Lecture theatre with OHP, PowerPoint projector, video player.
PC-based IT facilities, access to Blackboard.
Library materials particularly the Journals: Trends in Neuroscience; Trends in Pharmacology; New Scientist; Science; Nature; Annual Reviews of the Neuroscience's

Lectures: These will be used to deliver subject specific information and information on generic and personal transferable skills. A wide range of delivery methods will be used, e.g. video's, interactive handouts, slideshows.
Student Centred Activities: These are used to encourage active rather than passive learning. You will seek information of relevance to the lecture concepts and theories, and will introduce this material into the assessed work and tutorial sessions