Module: BIO5005-20 Human Pathophysiology and Nutrition

Level: 5

Credit Value: 20

Module Tutor: Matthew Baker

Module Tutor Contact Details: m.baker@bathspa.ac.uk

1. Brief description and aims of module:

This module will make the biochemical physiological and genetic links between common pathological states and the role of nutrition in their prevention and treatment.

2. Outline syllabus

This module will develop your knowledge of the control and regulation of absorption, transport and integration of the macronutrients, and alcohol, and their effect on metabolic systems from molecular to whole body levels. Factors that might affect control, regulation or metabolic systems will be included. The role of appetite and energy balance will be discussed.

The biological principles underpinning the nature of common conditions will be considered e.g. endocrinology, immunology and genetics will all be covered in detail. Current themes in the study of nutrition will be explored, for example within the fields of nutrigenomics.

3. Teaching and learning activities

Teaching and learning for this module will include a mixture of lectures, seminars, laboratory workshops and tutorials. You will also enhance your learning with directed study.

The lecture programme will introduce the fundamental principles. These will be complemented by seminars and laboratory based workshops which will be used to develop a scientific understanding and practical skills. Seminars will primarily be staff led but requiring student contribution based on directed study and will be used to develop understanding of the subject and the construction of reasoned argument.

Assessment Item 1:

• Assessment Type: Course Work

• Description: Data analysis and interpretation

• % Weighting: 50%

Assessment Item 2:

• Assessment Type: Exam

• Description: Two hour exam (unseen)

• % Weighting: 50%