University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 20

ECTS credits : 10

Level : SCQF level 7

Semester: 1

Availability restrictions: Available only to students on the Evening Degree Programme

Planned timetable: Tue 6.30 - 9.30 pm

Lectures and seminars provide an introduction to the varied fields of study that relate to human biology. The module is structured such that we begin by looking at individual molecules and cells, and then examine how they build together to form integrated systems within our bodies, such as the nervous system and immune system. A wide variety of material is covered, ranging from anatomy, physiology and neuroscience through to digestion, cloning and genetics.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): The student must have gained admission to the Evening Degree Programme

Anti-requisite(s): You cannot take this module if you take BL1004

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 1 x 2.5 hour session: lectures and/or seminars.

Scheduled learning hours: 25

Guided independent study hours: 175

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Class Tests = 70%, Coursework = 30%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 70%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 30%

Re-assessment: Resubmission of failed item(s) of assessment

Personnel

Module teaching staff: various staff in the School of Biology