Introduction to Biomedicine (FND12)
Introduction to Biomedicine
Module FND12
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 3 (sub-degree)
Module Outline
This optional module will focus on developing student competence in two major areas: selected clinical conditions and their treatment including mental health. Students will be introduced to the underlying pathology of selected diseases affecting the reproductive, respiratory, cardiovascular, central nervous and gastrointestinal systems.
The therapeutic use of drugs will be covered in relation to the management of diseases such as ischaemic heart disease, myocardial infarction, asthma, dyspepsia and depression.
Students will also be introduced to key skills that underpin modern healthcare practice. Students will also attend a formal practical session to understand the histological changes that occur in selected diseases.
E-learning resources will be linked to some of the teaching content. In groups, students will create these electronic learning materials on selected topics and present their work to the cohort. This activity is designed to enhance employability skills such as presentation, communication and team-working skills for our students.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate an awareness of the breadth of human diseases as they pertain to tissue structure and function.
Demonstrate a basic understanding of the molecular basis for specific common diseases.
Demonstrate a basic understanding of clinical tests and their interpretation.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple Choice questions | Semester 2 Assessment | 50.00% |
| Coursework | 50.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Report | T2 Week 5 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 22222222222 |
| Spring Semester | Practical | 2 hours | 00100000000 |
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 1 hour | 00100100100 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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