Life Sciences

Cell Pathology, Physiology and Anatomy

Module code: C7164
Level 5
15 credits in autumn semester
Teaching method: Lecture, Seminar, Practical, Laboratory
Assessment modes: Computer based exam, Coursework

This module introduces human physiology and anatomy, where you will study tissue pathology.

You will explore how our body systems (including cardiorespiratory, digestive, reproductive and nervous systems) work to maintain homeostasis. You will also learn what happens when organ systems become dysfunctional, studying their pathologies at cellular and tissue levels using histology.

You will have an opportunity to study the human body in detail during workshops in the Brighton and Sussex Medical School Anatomy Laboratory. You will attend an assessed practical, studying histological changes in diseased tissues versus healthy tissues, which will be examined in the form of a lab report.

In seminars you will analyse case studies related to human physiology and pathology. You will also present your work in groups, and write an essay on diabetes as a break-down of control and regulation, satiety mechanisms and obesity.

Module learning outcomes

• Demonstrate knowledge of key bodily systems and explain how they function
• Explain how physiological systems become dysfunctional and apply knowledge of diseases through problem solving.
• Demonstrate an ability to critically examine and present experimental data in pathology
• Outline the principles involved in histochemistry and demonstrate an understanding of tissue preparation for histological examination