Module: BIO5000-20 Biological Systems

Level: 5

Credit Value: 20

Module Tutor: Kate Petty

Module Tutor Contact Details: k.petty@bathspa.ac.uk

1. Brief description and aims of module:

This module investigates biological systems in plants and animals. It aims to help you gain an understanding of the importance of key themes such as communication, homeostasis and adaptations.

2. Outline syllabus

Focussing on key biological systems we compare how plants and animals, including humans, have particular structural adaptations that relate to important functions that must be carried out. For example, we consider communication inside the organism including plant growth factor, nervous systems, and animal hormones.

3. Teaching and learning activities

Some sessions are more lecture based, focussing on particular biological systems while other are practical, helping you develop appropriate biological skills and see how the theory applies in practice.

Assessment Item 1:

• Assessment Type: Exam

• Description: Exam Test (2hrs)

• % Weighting: 60%

Assessment Item 2:

• Assessment Type: Coursework

• Description: Scientific paper based on practical work (2000 words)

• % Weighting: 40%