Introduction to Health Sciences

• • Terminology, language and foundations
  • The skeleton, joints and movement
  • Bone anatomy and physiology
  • Muscle types and contractions
  • Muscles on the human body
  • The Cardiovascular System
  • The Respiratory System
  • Cells and Scientific concepts
  • Cell Types and Transport
  • Digestive System and Metabolism
  • Nervous System and Homeostasis
  • Endocrine System

No eligibility requirements

Additional requirements

• Equipment requirements - Audio/Visual equipment

An overview of the structure and function of human anatomy and physiology with an emphasis on musculo-skeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, digestive, endocrine, immune, lymphatic and urinary systems. Human cell biology and homeostasis will also be investigated. Introductory of epidemiology will be discussed.

Please Note: This subject cannot be used as credit towards a university degree. However, it is designed to enable students to qualify for entry to an undergraduate degree.

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• Written Assessment (35%)
• Final Invigilated Exam (40%)
• Online E-Test (25%)

Current study term: 28 Aug 22 to 27 Nov 22