PN4230
Neurodegeneration and Aging
2017-2018
15
7
SCQF level 10
1
Academic year(s): 2017-2018
SCOTCAT credits : 15
ECTS credits : 7
Level : SCQF level 10
Semester: 1
Availability restrictions: BSc Hons Neuroscience students have priority on this module
Planned timetable:
In this module, students will develop a detailed understanding of molecular neuroscience. Work will focus at the biochemical and molecular level, so that detailed knowledge of signalling pathways will be gained.The module concentrates on three key areas relating to neurodegenerative processes. 1) How neurons stay alive 2) The aging nervous system: Changes that can 'prime' neurons for degeneration, degenerative disorders - risks, pathology, treatments. Including a practical session 3) How the nervous system responds to neurodegenerative diseases, with particular focus on Alzheimer's disease.
Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass PN3313 and pass BL3303
Anti-requisite(s): You cannot take this module if you take BL4230
Weekly contact: Seminars: up to 2 hours per week (to a total of 18 hours) and 2 x 3-hour practicals during the semester.
Scheduled learning hours: 24
Guided independent study hours: 126
As used by St Andrews: 2-hour Written Examination = 66%, Coursework = 34%
As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 66%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 34%
Re-assessment: 2-hour Written Examination = 100%