29 July 2024
Healthcare Physiology
This module will explore a range of fundamental concepts relating to systems physiology applied within the area of medicine and healthcare. You should expect a range of interactive lectures and practical workshops that explore the systems studied but applied medicine/ healthcare. Examples of such include a heart dissection, spirometry and general clinical skills on obtaining standard vitals. We will also have a problem-based learning session in which you will be presented with a clinical scenario, you discuss in small groups, create questions, conduct your own research and come back with knowledge on the areas you identified as a group.
The module will aim to provide the fundamental knowledge to generic homeostatic principles in the body, leading onto investigating systems such as neuroendocrine physiology, cardiovascular and respiratory physiology, and urinary physiology. These systems will all be explored with the primary application to health and disease, with the use of interactive and clinical skills-based workshops. We also aim to explore the link between physical and mental health, with the aim of promoting health and relieving the deleterious effects of stress.
Course leader
Dr Sam Pollard
Target group
Undergraduate students who are interested in healthcare, medicine, medical sciences, sports science or public health
Course aim
The module will aim to provide the fundamental knowledge to generic homeostatic principles in the body.
Credits info
7.5 EC
7.5 ECTS/ 3-4 US credits
Fee info
GBP 1750: Tuition Fees, Registration Fee, On Campus Events, Field Trips
GBP 2000: Accommodation, Airport Transfer, Day Trips, Programme Transport, London Orientation Multi Day Trip
Scholarships
Partial scholarships are available for this programme.