School of Computer Science BCS accreditation 2021 - 2026

Anatomy of the nervous system is established during development and will include the latest knowledge on neural stem cells and how they might be used to help fix the brain when it is broken. The unit will also explain the relationship between the central, peripheral and autonomic nervous systems and the many roles that astrocytes play in helping to maintain a healthy brain in the context of HCI.

Assesement : Examination, Individual coursework

basic neuroanatomy in model organisms and humans.

Assesement : Examination, Individual coursework

Components of this unit are designed to test the student’s ability to quickly locate information (both alone and in groups) and participate in group discussions to formulate a consensus opinion. Students will therefore gain confidence in using evidence to support self-constructed arguments: skills that are essential in any job setting.

Assesement : Individual coursework

The study of brain development led to the discovery of many of the basic cellular mechanisms known to operate throughout the body. This unit will therefore provide students with knowledge of key mechanisms that have wider application throughout biology and beyond. They should therefore be able to apply knowledge from this unit to other biological systems.

Assesement : Examination, Individual coursework

Explain the main mechanisms that shape brain development. Describe the main steps involved in generating a functional human brain from initial induction through to the generation of functional circuits.

Assesement : Examination, Individual coursework