The aim of this module is initially to explain the characteristics and roles of molecules that constitute living cells, including DNA, proteins, lipids and carbohydrates. Subsequently, the fundamental metabolic pathways will be explored, along with the concept of inborn errors of metabolism and the application of DNA technology to their treatment.
This module is designed to provide students with the biology knowledge and skills required for a successful transition to degree-level study in disciplines which require a strong background in the subject. The material covered is at a level corresponding to pre-university qualifications such as A level in the UK. The module provides a first foundation of knowledge in physiology and cell biology, and there is a strong emphasis on the application of the subject in different contexts.
This module is designed to provide students with the biology knowledge and skills required for a successful transition to degree-level study in disciplines which require a strong background in the subject. The material covered is at a level corresponding to pre-university qualifications such as A level in the UK. The module provides a further foundation of knowledge in physiology and cell biology, and there is a strong emphasis on the application of the subject in different contexts.
This module develops an understanding of the foundational principles of cell biology, delving into the cell structure, functions, and molecular processes, and diversity. Additionally, the course will introduce biomaterials, focusing on their types, properties, and applications. The module will also include details on how these principles are used in Biomedical Engineering applications with case study examples and laboratory sessions providing context and understanding of how this knowledge can be applied in the real world.
This module develops understanding of the components important for cell function and looks at how cells function in organs and whole organisms. Lectures will be accompanied by practicals, some of which involve the use of animal tissue, with alternatives in place if required to meet minimum learning outcomes.
This module is designed to provide students with the chemistry knowledge and skills required for a successful transition to degree-level study in disciplines which require a strong background in the subject. The material covered is at a level corresponding to pre-university qualifications such as A level in the UK. The module provides a first foundation of knowledge in inorganic, organic and physical chemistry and there is a strong emphasis on the application of the subject in different contexts such as biology.
This module is designed to provide students with the chemistry knowledge and skills required for a successful transition to degree-level study in disciplines which require a strong background in the subject. The material covered is at a level corresponding to pre-university qualifications such as A level in the UK. The module provides a further foundation of knowledge in inorganic, organic and physical chemistry and there is a strong emphasis on the application of the subject in different contexts such as biology.
This module provides an introduction to the National Health Service (NHS) and an overview of mental health service provision for adults within the UK. Many of the lecturers on the Programme are practicing clinicians in the NHS and this will help you to understand the context in which they work. The development of mental health provision for adults in low and middle income countries is explored. Consideration is given to the role and responsibilities of the Clinical Psychologist, highlighting ethical practice and requirements for registration with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the requirements for professional registration outside the UK. Coverage is given to guidelines affecting the practice of clinical psychologists including National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidelines and relevant Acts of Parliament. Consideration is given to the application of ethical principles when working in countries which do not have professional registration of psychologists and limited funding for health services. The module covers western models of diagnosis, DSM and ICD, and evaluates the medical model of diagnosis. Consideration is given to cross-cultural issues in diagnosis. This module includes content around gender, including working with trans and nonbinary people. The core competencies of clinical psychologists are covered with particular emphasis on assessment and formulation as an alternative to the medical model. The application of western concepts of mental health to other cultures is considered.
This module provides a comprehensive introduction to practical data science in the R programming language.
Data science has become pervasive in society, with the collection, management and exploitation of data key to how the modern world works. Key methods and approaches will be introduced that are both practically relevant and will support further academic study.
We all, in many contexts, face ethical questions: whether to tell the truth or lie, whether to keep a promise or break it, whether to refrain from intervening in some dispute or instead step in. Questions like these are at once tremendously important, but also often tremendously difficult to resolve. This module looks in detail at philosophical attempts to systematically study ethics and ethical decision making, at key theories and arguments on these difficult topics. Perhaps some systematic theory can answer all our ethical questions for us, and even if not, attempts to generate such theories might still teach us valuable lessons about what it is to act ethically. This module will explore these questions at an advanced level.
This module provides a critical understanding of fundamentals of financial accounting. It examines how financial statements are prepared and the concepts and measurement issues underlying their preparation, enabling you to appreciate the way that recording financial information provides a basis of control. The module will consider how financial performance and other information are reported by management in the published financial reports of companies, and how this information may be used by shareholders and analysts, and other stakeholders.
This module will allow students to examine the broader context of health, across the life course, from pre-conception to death. During this module, students will have the opportunity to examine and assess health and health status across the life course, and plan person centered and family centered care. Students will consider working in partnership with those with diverse needs from a range of different groups within society. This will include consideration of inclusive health across the lifespan and the intersections of child, adult, mental health, and learning disability nursing.
Physical Chemistry is concerned with the application of physics to the study of chemical systems. Through physical chemistry one can understand and predict the behaviour of chemical systems, thereby allowing these systems to be optimised. This module will provide an introduction to kinetics (how fast chemical reactions happen) and to the fundamental concepts and reasoning of quantum mechanics.
This module provides you with the theoretical background and practical knowledge of management accounting. It introduces fundamental concepts of relevant cost and revenue for decision making and more contemporary management control techniques.
This fundamentals module is aimed primarily for the MSc students in Maritime Engineering Science and students on the MECH/Navel Engineering programmes. It provides them with the essential knowledge of Maritime Engineering required for their subsequent studies. This module can also be taken by other students who may need the relevant information for their degrees, subject to their Degree programme regulations. Lectures are delivered in Teaching Weeks 0 of the academic year with tutorials, examination, and coursework completed during the rest of the semester.
The module will provide students with an understanding of the basic human anatomy (study of the structure) and physiology (study of the function). The students will learn the coupling of structure with function through a series of lectures and labs. The use of computer-assisted learning during lab sessions will enable the students to learn using virtual 3D representations taken from the freely available or computer-generated Human data sets. The learning is supported by lab sessions to give practical experience of what is learned in class.
This module will provide students with an introduction to the fundamental concepts and principles of remote sensing (which broadly involves the use of remote observations, often space-based observations, to make inferences about the state of the Earth's environment). It will focus on the radiometric concepts that underpin remote sensing such as electromagnetic radiation (EMR), EMR interaction with atmospheric and earth surface features, techniques for extracting useful information from remote sensing data(e.g., inversion, estimation and classification approaches), and how remote sensing data can be used in various terrestrial applications.
This module teaches you the fundamental clinical skills needed to engage with adult clients, to help you assess their readiness to change, and to plan appropriate behavioural interventions. You will make use of these skills in workshop based teaching for other modules on the Programme and will learn how to adapt your approach when working with clients from diverse backgrounds. You will build on your skills to prepare clients for ending therapy and reduce the risk of relapse. Teaching will cover face to face and consideration of online delivery of therapy.
Physical Chemistry is concerned with the application of physics to the study of chemical systems. Through physical chemistry one can understand and predict the behaviour of chemical systems, thereby allowing these systems to be optimised. This module will provide an introduction into the fundamentals of physical chemistry, focusing on basic chemical thermodynamics, the principle of equilibrium and its application to acid-base and electrochemical systems.
