This module is mapped against the QAA Benchmark for Biomedical Science areas of Cell Biology and Cellular Pathology.

The module will begin by discussing the foundations of cell biology, including the structure and function of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells; the cell as the fundamental unit of life; cell division, cell cycle, stem cells, cell specialisation and
cooperation.

You will then build upon this knowledge to study cellular pathology and the microscopic examination of normal and abnormal cells (cytopathology), and tissues (histopathology) for indicators of disease. Within this you will develop your knowledge of topics such as:

the gross structure and ultrastructure of normal cells and tissues and the structural changes which may occur during disease;
reproductive science, including infertility and embryology;
the preparation of cells and tissues for microscopic examination;
the principles and applications of visualisation and imaging techniques, including microscopy, to aid diagnosis and treatment selection.

Assessment: 2-hour examination (LO 1,2,3)– a 2-hour online examination taken under formal examination conditions (including the use of online invigilation, for example via Microsoft Teams webcam, microphone and screen recording with question randomisation). Questions will include short answer, long answer and evaluative / interpretative questions.

This module is mapped against elements the QAA Benchmark for Biomedical Science and is available for graduate students requiring supplementary education to meet the Institute of Biomedical Science supplementary education for eligibility to register with the Health and Care Professions Council.

The module consists of 10 asynchronous learning units delivered over a 15-week semester. Each unit consists of core learning resources, supplementary reading and a short online progress check quiz required for progression to the next unit.

1: Critically evaluate the role of cellular pathology in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Analysis
Application

2: Demonstrate a critical understanding of key microscopic characteristics of cells and tissues in health and disease and apply an evaluative approach to visualisation methods informed by the forefront of understanding. Knowledge and Understanding
3: Describe routine procedures for tissue fixation, processing and visualisation and apply critical evaluation to comment upon their effectiveness and utility. Application

Ahmed, N; Glencross, H; Wang, Q (2016) Biomedical Science Practice 2nd Edition, Oxford University Press

Orchard, G; Nation, B (2014) Cell Structure and Function Oxford University Press

Orchard, G; Nation, B (2017) Histopathology 2nd Edition, Oxford University Press

Shambayati, B (2018) Cytopathology 2nd Edition, Oxford University Press

This module is only available to graduate students undertaking supplementary education for the purposes of Institute of Biomedical Science degree cross mapping.