Module Descriptors
BASICS OF BODY SYSTEMS
NURS30518
Key Facts
Health, Education, Policing and Sciences
Level 3
30 credits
Contact
Leader: Rebecca Jenkins
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 60
Independent Study Hours: 240
Total Learning Hours: 300
Pattern of Delivery
  • Occurrence A, Stafford Campus, UG Semester 1
Sites
  • Stafford Campus
Assessment
  • 60 MINUTE EXAM weighted at 100%
Module Details
INDICATIVE CONTENT
Basic anatomy and physiology of body systems, with focus on the following areas:

Cells & Tissues - Cardiovascular System - Respiratory System - Digestive/GI System - Urinary System - Endocrine System - Integumentary System - Musculoskeletal System - Reproductive System - Neurological System - Immune System
ADDITIONAL ASSESSMENT DETAILS
You will undertake a 60-minute exam to include multiple-choice and short answer questions, covering all learning outcomes. Formative opportunities will be available in the preceding period.
LEARNING STRATEGIES
Learning will consist of lead lectures, debates, and seminars. It will be supplemented with online study materials and practical sessions.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1) Knowledge and Understanding 2) Learning 3) Enquiry 4) Analysis 5) Problem Solving 6) Communication 7) Application 8) Reflection
RESOURCES
VLE
Classroom
Library Support
Tutorials
Lectures
Seminars
TEXTS
Marieb, E. N., & Hoehn, K. (2019). Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th ed.). Pearson

Tortora, G. J., & Derrickson, B. (2017). Principles of Anatomy and Physiology (15th ed.). Wiley.
SPECIAL ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
None
WEB DESCRIPTOR
This module introduces the basics of human anatomy and physiology. It covers how different body systems are structured (anatomy) and function (physiology), helping you understand how they work together to keep the body healthy and balanced.