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PM-014
Molecular & Cellular Biology
This module aims to provide students with a foundational understanding of molecular and cellular biology, focusing on the molecular mechanisms that govern cell function, reproduction, and genetic inheritance. Students will explore key concepts including biomolecules, the cell cycle, DNA replication, gene expression, and protein synthesis. The module also introduces the molecular basis of genetic variation, mutations, and their role in diseases such as cancer and genetic disorders. Through practical sessions, including DNA extraction and gel electrophoresis, students will develop essential laboratory skills to support their theoretical learning.
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PM-138
Skills for being a Medical Scientist
The aim of this module is to provide students with an initial experience of what it is to be a modern medical scientist, from the initial experimental planning, to performing experiments within the laboratory with data acquisition and analysis and finally to the communication of scientific findings to a wider audience.
Students will develop basic skill sets in the four most important research skill areas of practical laboratory skills, data analysis, collaboration and communication. The module will be both theoretical and applied, where the student will be instructed in methods essential for data acquisition and data analyses but will also actively participate in the laboratory, using broadly applicable experimental techniques. In addition, students will learn about health and safety within a laboratory environment and the current ethics regulations surrounding the use of humans, human tissue and animals within medical research.
Furthermore, students will develop their communication skill sets not only through essay writing but also will develop their oral presentation skill set and their collaboration skills through a group presentation and tutorial classes.
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PM-138C
Sgiliau ar gyfer Gwyddorau Meddygol
Nod y modiwl hwn yw cynnig profiad cychwynnol i fyfyrwyr o waith gwyddonydd meddygol modern, o gamau cychwynnol cynllunio arbrofion, i gynnal arbrofion mewn labordy ynghyd â chasglu a dadansoddi data ac, yn olaf, gyfleu'r canfyddiadau gwyddonol i gynulleidfa ehangach.
Bydd myfyrwyr yn datblygu set o sgiliau sylfaenol yn y pedwar maes sgiliau ymchwil pwysicaf sef sgiliau labordy ymarferol, dadansoddi data, cydweithio a chyfathrebu. Bydd y modiwl hwn yn un damcaniaethol a chymhwysol, lle bydd myfyrwyr yn cael eu hyfforddi mewn dulliau sy'n hanfodol ar gyfer casglu a dadansoddi data ond hefyd bydd disgwyl iddynt gymryd rhan yn y labordy, gan ddefnyddio dulliau arbrofol â chymhwysiad eang. Yn ogystal, bydd myfyrwyr yn dysgu am iechyd a diogelwch mewn amgylchedd labordy a'r rheoliadau moeseg presennol o ran y defnydd o bobl, meinwe dynol ac anifeiliaid mewn ymchwil feddygol.
Ar ben hynny, bydd myfyrwyr yn datblygu eu set o sgiliau cyfathrebu nid yn unig drwy ysgrifennu traethodau ond byddant hefyd yn datblygu eu sgiliau cyflwyno llafar a'u sgiliau cydweithio drwy gyflwyniad gr¿p a dosbarthiadau tiwtorial.
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PM-143
Academic support and professional development
This is a non-credit bearing module, which aims to provide key academic support to students during their first semester at Swansea University. It will help with the transition into university life and support students to make the most out of their time at university. The module will cover vital academic skills needed to succeed, as well as provide key information around student support, the academic community, maintaining academic integrity, and career planning. The information will complement what is delivered as part of the academic program to support professional and academic development.
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PM-163
Population Genomics and Clinical Applications
Population genomics is the study of genetic variation within populations and involves the examination of changes in the frequency of alleles and genotypes across space and time. Concepts such as natural selection, genetic drift, gene pool, genetic diversity, migration, and environmental diversity all contribute to creating genetic diversity within sub populations. Students will be taught these key concepts along with the real-life sub population examples where genotype variation has led to the diversity in genetics. Such as, the prevalence of disease in the specific populations, the evolution of genetically distinct populations and the genomics behind genetic diversity in sport. This module will take you across the world in multidisciplinary topics and show how genomics is weaved throughout, to create the strengths, weakness, and purely, what makes us who we are.
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PM-254
Doctors, patients & the goals of medicine
The educational intention of the module is to allow the student to consider the contemporary practice of Medicine within the United Kingdom. This will include understanding the professional regulation, financial constraints and societal and personal challenges, within which medicine and other healthcare activities are practiced.
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PM-280
Skills for Researchers
The modern scientist graduate is expected to have gained extensive laboratory-based experience and this is certainly essential for any student intent on pursuing a research-based career. Skills for Researchers provides students with the opportunity to acquire the core skills to be able to conduct, analyse, interpret and present scientific experiments. A proportion of the module will be spent in the laboratory gaining hands-on experience. Skills acquired in this module will form the basis for future experimental work, including the final year project. Students will have the opportunity to provide feedback to peers and engage with a variety of online learning materials.
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PM-288
Human & Medical Genetics
This module introduces fundamental concepts in human genetics, with a focus on the application of genetic principles to medicine. It covers the role of genetics in human health and disease. The course also explores methods for assessing genotypes in human populations, and examples of how this information can be used for assessment and treatment.
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PM-288C
Geneteg Dynol a Meddygol
Mae¿r modiwl hwn wedi'i gynllunio i gyflwyno cysyniadau sylfaenol wrth astudio geneteg ddynol gan gyfeirio'n benodol at gymhwyso'r egwyddorion geneteg i feddygaeth. Mae'n ymdrin â rôl geneteg mewn iechyd dynol a chlefydau. Mae¿r cwrs hefyd yn ymchwilio i ddulliau ar gyfer asesu genoteipiau mewn poblogaethau dynol, ac esiamplau o sut gall y wybodaeth hon gael ei defnyddio ar gyfer asesu a thrin.
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PM-294
Pharmacology of Body Systems
Pharmacology investigates the chemical and physical properties of drugs, how those properties confer actions on living tissues and how those actions affect health and disease. In this module, students will build upon their previous pharmacology knowledge and look more in depth at how the body interacts with drugs (pharmacokinetics) and how the drug interacts with the body (pharmacodynamics).
In this module, students will study the drugs and therapeutics currently used in clinical practice and the underlying mechanisms of action of these drugs. Students will learn about the beneficial, therapeutic effects of drugs, but also some negative consequences of drug administration, such as toxicity, addiction and microbial drug-resistance. Additionally, students will learn about the cutting-edge therapies currently in development for treating disease.
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PM-294C
Pharmacology of Body Systems
Pharmacology investigates the chemical and physical properties of drugs, how those properties confer actions on living tissues and how those actions affect health and disease. In this module, students will build upon their previous pharmacology knowledge and look more in depth at how the body interacts with drugs (pharmacokinetics) and how the drug interacts with the body (pharmacodynamics).
In this module, students will study the drugs and therapeutics currently used in clinical practice and the underlying mechanisms of action of these drugs. Students will learn about the beneficial, therapeutic effects of drugs, but also some negative consequences of drug administration, such as toxicity, addiction and microbial drug-resistance. Additionally, students will learn about the cutting-edge therapies currently in development for treating disease.
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PM-3101C
Prosiect Copa
Mae'r modiwl hwn yn cynnig profiad o brosiect copa lle bydd myfyrwyr yn ymgymryd â phrosiect ymchwil ar sail ymholiad o dan oruchwyliaeth academaidd, gan geisio mireinio sgiliau ymchwil a chyfathrebu ar lefel graddedigion. Gellir cynnal prosiectau mewn labordy neu beidio, gan fynd i'r afael â'r cwestiwn ymchwil sy'n deillio o lenyddiaeth y gwyddorau bywyd. I fyfyrwyr sydd â diddordeb mewn addysgu, cyfathrebu gwyddonol neu feddygaeth, gall y ffocws symud i addysgeg, gyda'r potensial i gydweithio ag ysgolion, grwpiau cymunedol, lleoliadau clinigol neu raglenni allgymorth gwyddoniaeth. Bydd yr holl fyfyrwyr yn dadansoddi eu canfyddiadau'n feirniadol ac yn cyflwyno eu casgliadau drwy gyflwyniad llafar a thraethawd hir. Mae gweithdai ac adnoddau digidol yn cefnogi'r gwaith o ddatblygu dealltwriaeth thematig berthnasol, fel sy'n berthnasol.
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PM-317
Genetics of Cancer
This module extensively explores the molecular and genetic foundations underlying key aspects of cancer, including angiogenesis, apoptosis, cell signalling, DNA damage, molecular pathology, invasion and metastasis, inflammation, and the Warburg effect. Expert insights will be shared by a consultant gastroenterologist and a consultant pathologist during select lectures. This approach aims to offer students a well-rounded understanding that integrates academic knowledge, research insights, and practical clinical expertise.
Additionally, the module seeks to broaden students' perspectives by dedicating a final lecture to an individual who shares firsthand experiences of living with cancer. This unique session provides students with valuable insights into the human aspect of the disease, fostering empathy and a deeper appreciation of the patient's journey.
An appreciation for the way in which an individual¿s own genome can influence diagnosis, prognosis and treatment is also included.
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PM-342
Advances in Pharmacology
Pharmacology is the science of how drugs act on the body and how the body acts on drugs.
Pharmacology investigates the chemical and physical properties of drugs, how those properties confer actions on living tissues and how those actions affect health and disease. In this module, students will build upon their previous pharmacology knowledge and look more in depth at how the body interacts with drugs (pharmacokinetics) and how the drug interacts with the body (pharmacodynamics).
In this module, students will study the drugs and therapeutics currently used in clinical practise and the underlying mechanisms of action of these drugs. Students will learn about the beneficial, therapeutic effects of drugs, but also some negative consequences of drug administration, such as toxicity, addiction and microbial drug-resistance. Additionally, students will learn about the cutting-edge therapies currently in development for treating disease.
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PM-344
Capstone Project
The aim of this module is to provide a capstone experience to students¿ learning, through participating in their own enquiry-based research project, with guidance from an academic supervisor. The project may be laboratory or non-laboratory based, but it will always involve a research question that is drawn from the literature, and focused on a topic relevant to the life sciences. It will ask a research question and involve the critical analysis of research findings. Students will refine their oral and written communication skills to a graduate level through an oral presentation and dissertation on their research findings and conclusions.
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PM-354
Cancer Pharmacology
Cancer remains a significant cause of mortality in the modern world. Current and emerging chemotherapies, and the rationale, experimental, and clinical evidence of the pathways or molecules targeted will be explored. Causes of treatment-related side effects, and the therapies used to address these, will be discussed along with the mechanisms that lead to anti-cancer drug resistance.
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PM-S00
Year Abroad for Biomedical Sciences
This module is for students on BSc biomedical sciences programmes, including BSc Genetics and Biochemistry programmes, BSc Medical Sciences and Population Health, BSc Pharmacology, BSc Microbiology and Immunology and BSc Data Science and Population Health taking the intercalary study year at an overseas institution.
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PM-X00
Placement Year
This module is for students on any BSc Biomedical Sciences programme, including all BSc Genetics and Biochemistry programmes, BSc Medical Sciences and Population Health, BSc Medical Pharmacology and BSc Microbiology and Immunology taking the Year in Industry placement year.
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PMGM21
Pharmacogenomics & Stratified Healthcare
Pharmacogenomics and stratified health care ensure that healthcare professionals offer the right treatment, for the right person, at the right time is a fast-developing area.
`Personalised medicine¿ is the buzzword of the moment, with advances in pharmacogenomic testing enabling more effective, targeted therapies to patients in the field of asthma, analgesia, oncology and beyond. Continued understanding of the genomic basis of drug response will reduce drug-related adverse effects, save costs, and ensure a better therapeutic outcome.
This module will provide a comprehensive overview of the analytical strategies and techniques used in pharmacogenomics and explore some of the challenges and limitations in this field. The module will also provide an overview of the different type of pharmacogenomic biomarkers currently in use or emerging and the current feasibility of delivering `personalised medicine¿ in the clinic.
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PPS223
FMHLS Placement Preparation and Skill Development for Year in Industry / Year in Applied Practice
The Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Science (FMHLS) Placement Preparation and Skill Development for Year in Industry / Year in Applied Practice is a non-credit bearing module designed to prepare students for Year in Industry/Year in Applied Practice.
This module provides a collaborative and innovative framework of learning and support to students in securing and thriving in industrial placements/ applied practices opportunities and future career aspirations. It covers the core elements of the recruitment process - including job search strategies, networking, CV writing, and interview skills - while offering access to targeted live vacancies through Swansea University¿s business engagement initiatives.
In addition to practical guidance, the module emphasises personal and professional development helping students understand their journey in relation to the development of personal/ professional attributes and discipline-specific skills. Through reflective practice and critical thinking, students will be equipped independently to monitor their progress, apply their learning effectively, and maximise both their placement experience and future career aspirations.
