Biomedical Science

Building Blocks Of Life

In this module you will develop knowledge and understanding of the chemical principles, structures and processes which underpin life in all its forms.Chemical principles will encompass bonding, valency, the concept of pH and thermodynamics. Structures will begin at the basic level (simple units) and develop to complex with respect to molecules; for all molecules functional groups for example hydroxyl, amine, and thiol will be introduced, proteins will begin with amino acids and cover the levels of structure to tertiary and quaternary with examples of different types inclusive of enzymes, antibodies and structural proteins, nucleic acids will begin with bases through to the polymers of DNA and RNA (different forms), carbohydrates will begin with the monosaccharides through to polysaccharides with examples such as glycogen and cellulose and specialised monosaccharides attached to proteins and lipids, lipids will begin with the range of fatty acids and their modification to more complex glycerides and examples of steroids. The way that these molecules are organised to create organelles and cells (prokaryotic and eukaryotic) and viruses will be the final structures you study.Processes will relate structure to function of each of the major classes of molecule, inclusive in this will be the role and action of enzymes . You will also be introduced to the processes of synthesis of complex molecules, (proteins, nucleic acids and lipids) which will include transcription and translation and energy transformation; focusing on the formation of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) via phosphorylated and cellular respiration

Module code: BIOL40673

Professional Practice For Biomedical Scientists

Module code: BIOL40428

Structure And Function

The module aims to explore many of the levels of organisation found within biology and by illustrating fundamental processes, their control and their dynamic nature. It will develop your understanding of how the individual processes interact to promote the wellbeing of the whole organism as part of homeostatic integration. You will be introduced to the fundamental aspects of structure and function as applicable within a wide selection of biologically based systems. The content of the module will encompass all domains of life, but will have a focus upon microbiological and mammalian systems as divergent examples of how life functions.Within these two main examples you will explore the diversity of microbiological physiology and biochemistry and how these may relate to their identification. In addition you will begin to consider the importance of symbiotic relationships between microorganisms and other organisms. From the mammalian perspective, the complexity of their anatomy and physiology will be the underlying concept. You will thus explore the structure of the major systems (musculoskeletal, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, renal, urogenital, nervous, endocrine) and their relationship to each other. Furthermore, you will link the structures to the control and overall functional state of the body to encompass the neurological, hormonal and immunological contributions.

Module code: BIOL40677

Bioscience Concepts And Practice

This module provides learning opportunities that enable you to acquire the skills and qualities that will enhance your prospects, horizons and personal success, thus preparing the you for the expectations of the world of work. The foundations of being able to ability to carry out inquiry based learning and critical analysis will be developed. Your work ready and employability skill set will be enhanced helping give you the technological, digital and information literate underpinning expected of graduates today. Within the scientific framework we will help you begin to understand the importance of being enterprising and entrepreneurial and strengthen your ability to apply graduate attributes to a range of life experiences to facilitate life-long learning. Workshops and lectures will introduce and develop the core skills associated with HE study with an emphasis on developing you as a `Bioscientist' in the broadest sense. The module will principally consider the genetic transfer mechanisms of prokaryotes and eukaryotes and the resulting patterns of diversity. Analysis of basic Mendelian inheritance patterns will be explored together with an appreciation of the impacts of gene transfer and how they impinge at the population level. You will also be introduced to basic epigenetic information transfer.Core practical laboratory and analysis skills will be introduced including the fundamentals of statistics as applied within the Biosciences. These sessions will include the nature of the scientific method, types of data, descriptive statistics and the fundamentals of inferential statistics. Basic practical and numerical based competencies will be assessed during the learning sessions.Lectures on the fundamental properties that underpin life such as basic chemical structures, heat, energy and light will highlight the interdisciplinary nature of science. This, together with an understanding of emergent properties, will ensure you will be prepared to maximise your achievement within your developing field of study. The module will have an evolutionary backbone with material delivered to help explore this central core concept of Bioscience, its mechanisms and how it can be applied in the various fields of Biological endeavour.Activities during the face to face time and via Blackboard will provide a means of support where you will be able to reflect upon your development, feedback and progression within your studies. These sessions will enable you to refine personal strategies to maximise your potential and will explicitly provide support for the development and preparation of the summative reflective portfolio.

Module code: BIOL40671

Biology Of Disease

In this module you will explore how cell, tissue and systems respond to cell death. These responses will include cell death, inflammation, neoplasia, hypertrophy, hyperplasia and how tissues respond to injury and repair. You will be introduced to principles of epidemiology by defining 1.key terms2.discussing the roles of local, national and international public health organisations in the surveillance of disease and screening programmes3.recording and evaluating epidemiological dataYou will explore the significance and impact of epidemiology and Public Health by reference to Health Protection, disease control, emergency planning, planning provision of health services, introduction of strategies to improve health and targeting at risk groups. Your knowledge of genomics (introduced in other modules) will be developed to focus on aspects of genome-based personal healthcare such as drug dosage based on CYP profile, and targeted cancer treatments such as Herceptin and Imatinib. You will discuss the sociology of health and illness by considering the diversity of patients referred to HCS services (e.g. age, culture, ethnicity, spiritual and religious beliefs, disabilities). Your discussions will include the role of self-care, life-threatening illness and the patient involvement decision about their healthcare. You will be introduced to clinical bioinformatics and health informatics with an overview of the range of information systems, applications and management. You will also consider governance and ethical frameworks and the impact of these systems on the patients.

Module code: BIOL40669

Biochemistry And Blood Science

Module code: BIOL50702

Physiological Function

Module code: BIOL50712

Infection Science

Module code: BIOL50444

Professional Practice And Placement (Enterprise, Entrepreneurialism & Citizenship)

Module code: BIOL50445

Molecular Genetics

This module is designed to integrate theory and practice. you will have the opportunity to develop your critical thinking andexperimental design skills both of which will contribute to your employability.You will study the applications of molecular genetics to modern cell biology with particular emphasis towards human genetics and health, though the general application will also be considered at all points.The content will include the architecture of the genome, karyotyping, recombination, linkage and mapping.Discussion of the mosaic structure of eukaryotic genes, leads to RNA splicing and the control of geneexpression (regulatory elements, promoters, terminators), imprinting and epigenetics. The tools for genetic engineering and analysis, restriction enzymes, DNA ligase, vectors and gene libraries,their construction; genomic and cDNA libraries will be covered followed by the various methods of selectingindividual genes from libraries. Nucleic acid hybridisation (northern and Southern blotting), DNA sequencingand the polymerase chain reaction will be covered in workshops prior to the practical classes as major techniques in DNA technology. The practical component will include some basic techniques of molecular biology related to DNA analysis and genotyping, including purification and gel electrophoresis of nucleic acids, hybridisation technology, polymerase chain reaction and DNA sequencingConsideration will be given to that information can be gleaned from genetic data.Overall the practical component consists of the fundamental techniques of molecular genetics.

Module code: BIOL50709

Cell Biology And Immunology

Module code: BIOL50704

Public Health

Module code: BIOL50440

Medical Genetics

Module code: BIOL60613

Cellular Pathology

Module code: BIOL60618

Research Project

Module code: BIOL60627

Clinical Biochemistry

Module code: BIOL60619

Haematology And Transfusion Science

Module code: BIOL60617

Clinical Immunology

Module code: BIOL60614

Human Infectious Disease

Module code: BIOL60615

Biology

Module code: BIOL30461

Mathematics And Data Handling

Module code: BIOL30463

Applied Science

Module code: BIOL30460

Chemistry

Module code: BIOL30462

Msci Specialist Topics In The Biosciences

Module code: BIOL70634

Biological Research Assistantship

Module code: BIOL70632

Life Sciences Placement

Module code: BIOL70633

Advanced Biological Techniques

Module code: BIOL70630

Advanced Research Methods

Module code: BIOL70631