Description
This module is designed to cultivate leading edge knowledge and in depth understanding of the scientific basis of health and dysfunction of selective systems in an integrative context and appraise current and future treatment options.
Aims
The aim of this Module is to provide the student with a detailed understanding of (i) normal function, (ii) molecular and systemic pathogenesis, (iii) diagnostic, investigative and monitoring approaches, and (iv) clinical management/treatment of selected diseases/conditions.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this module the student should be able to:
1. Critically evaluate seminal and leading−edge literature reflecting current knowledge and understanding of a selected pathology.
2. Describe and explain the foundation principles (Qualitative and quantitative) of selected physiological systems and their major diseases/dysfunctions.
3. Relate the pathogenomics of selected systemic and trans−system pathologies to their detection, monitoring and management by clinical biochemistry, pathology and other laboratory services.
4. Appraise the current knowledge and understanding of a selected area of disease physiology, including its molecular and cellular pathogenesis, current and emerging treatment modalities.
Indicative Content
1 Central Nervous system pathology.
A range of neuropathological disorders split into four clear categories. A: Neurodegenerative disorders e.g. Parkinson’s, Huntington’s, Alzheimer’s. B: Strokes – e.g. Haemoragic stroke, Ischaemic stroke,and transient ischemic attacks. C: Acute brain injury – Primary and Secondary injuries. D: Brain tumours – e.g. astrocytoma. ependymoma,oligodendroglioma
2 Reproductive/Developmental pathophysiology.
A: Male UG disorders. B: Female reproductive system disorders. C: Infertility: diagnosis and treatment. D: Downs syndrome: clinical diagnosis.
3 Metabolic disorders
Causes, consequences, comorbidities, treatment and models of A: Diabetes. B: Obesity. C: Metabolic syndrome and their interrelations.
Teaching and Learning Work Loads
| Teaching and Learning Method | Hours |
| Lecture | 0 |
| Tutorial/Seminar | 36 |
| Practical Activity | 0 |
| Assessment | 100 |
| Independent | 64 |
| Total | 200 |
Guidance notes
SCQF Level - The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework provides an indication of the complexity of award qualifications and associated learning and operates on an ascending numeric scale from Levels 1-12 with SCQF Level 10 equating to a Scottish undergraduate Honours degree.
Credit Value – The total value of SCQF credits for the module. 20 credits are the equivalent of 10 ECTS credits. A full-time student should normally register for 60 SCQF credits per semester.
Disclaimer
We make every effort to ensure that the information on our website is accurate but it is possible that some changes may occur prior to the academic year of entry. The modules listed in this catalogue are offered subject to availability during academic year 2021/22 , and may be subject to change for future years.
