SE751-7-AU-CO:
Applied Anatomy and Pathophysiology
2024/25
Sport, Rehabilitation and Exercise Sciences (School of)
Colchester Campus
Autumn
Postgraduate: Level 7
Current
Thursday 03 October 2024
Friday 13 December 2024
15
09 August 2024
Requisites for this module
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MSC B16024 Physiotherapy (Pre-Registration)
This module develops students' knowledge and understanding of the pathophysiology and anatomy of the human body and its impact on structure, function and wellbeing of the individual.
The aims of this moduel are:
- To develop knowledge and understanding of the pathophysiology and anatomy of the human body.
- To link this knowledge and understanding to the impact on structure, function and wellbeing of the individual.
By the end of this module, students will be expected to be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge and a critical understanding of the key functions of relevant body systems and how their function may be quantified.
- Demonstrate knowledge and a critical understanding of the interaction between body systems.
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of the impact of pathological changes in the body systems on normal function and the impact on wellbeing.
- Communicate clearly, in a well-structured manner, conveying complex information surrounding the spectrum of anatomical and physiological presentations.
Indicative Syllabus:
- Structure and function of relevant systems
- Systems pathophysiology in relation to prevalent conditions
- Inflammation, healing and tissue repair
- Pain
- Changes through lifespan
This module will be delivered via:
- A mixture of seminars, practicals and independent learning will be used to deliver this module. For specific information, please see the module timetable and module guide.
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Soames, R. and Soames, R. (2025)
Anatomy and human movement: structure and function. Eighth edition. [Edinburgh?]: Elsevier. Available at:
https://app.kortext.com/Shibboleth.sso/Login?entityID=https://idp0.essex.ac.uk/shibboleth&target=https://app.kortext.com/borrow/2513457.
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Hough, A. (2018)
Hough’s Cardiorespiratory Care: An Evidence-Based, Problem-Solving Approach. 5th edn. Edinburgh, UK: Elsevier. Available at:
https://app.kortext.com/Shibboleth.sso/Login?entityID=https://idp0.essex.ac.uk/shibboleth&target=https://app.kortext.com/borrow/294552.
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Webber, B.A., Pryor, J.A. and Prasad, A. (2016)
Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy: Adults and Paediatrics. 5th edn. Edited by E. Main and L. Denehy. Edinburgh, UK: Elsevier. Available at:
https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/universityofessex-ebooks/detail.action?docID=4676132.
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Lennon, S., Ramdharry, G. and Verheyden, G. (eds) (2018)
Physical Management for Neurological Conditions. 4th edn. Edinburgh: Elsevier. Available at:
https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/universityofessex-ebooks/detail.action?docID=5485007.
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The above list is indicative of the essential reading for the course.
The library makes provision for all reading list items, with digital provision where possible, and these resources are shared between students.
Further reading can be obtained from this module's
reading list.
Assessment items, weightings and deadlines
| Coursework / exam |
Description |
Deadline |
Coursework weighting |
| Practical |
15 Minute Viva |
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100% |
Exam format definitions
- Remote, open book: Your exam will take place remotely via an online learning platform. You may refer to any physical or electronic materials during the exam.
- In-person, open book: Your exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer to any physical materials such as paper study notes or a textbook during the exam. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
- In-person, open book (restricted): The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer only to specific physical materials such as a named textbook during the exam. Permitted materials will be specified by your department. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
- In-person, closed book: The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may not refer to any physical materials or electronic devices during the exam. There may be times when a paper dictionary,
for example, may be permitted in an otherwise closed book exam. Any exceptions will be specified by your department.
Your department will provide further guidance before your exams.
Overall assessment
Reassessment
Module supervisor and teaching staff
Dr Nicholas Clark, email: n.clark@essex.ac.uk.
Dr Nicholas Clark, Dr Adrian Mallows, Jackie Clarke, Jay Matthams, Jo Etherton, James Roberts, Dr Bradley Neal, Deborah Miles.
email: msk (Non essex users should add @essex.ac.uk to create the full email address)
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Mrs Madeleine Nicholson
Wrexham Glyndwr University
Senior Lecturer
Available via Moodle
Of 74 hours, 12 (16.2%) hours available to students:
62 hours not recorded due to service coverage or fault;
0 hours not recorded due to opt-out by lecturer(s), module, or event type.
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