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PM-154
Human Physiology
The human body is a complex, integrated system that relies on precise physiological mechanisms to maintain homeostasis and sustain life. This module provides an in-depth introduction to human physiology, covering the fundamental principles that govern the function of cells, tissues, and organ systems. Students will explore the physiological processes that underpin human health, gaining insight into how the body¿s systems work together to respond to internal and external challenges.
The module begins with an overview of key physiological concepts, including homeostasis, feedback mechanisms, and the integration of body systems. Students will examine the structure and function of key organ systems, including the nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, renal, endocrine, and musculoskeletal systems. Topics will include neural signalling and communication, cardiovascular dynamics and circulation, gas exchange and respiratory control, digestion and nutrient absorption, renal function and fluid balance, endocrine regulation of metabolism, and the mechanics of movement.
Emphasis will be placed on understanding physiological responses to environmental changes, exercise, and disease. Students will also explore the cellular and molecular basis of physiological function, and the role of hormones in systemic regulation. Additionally, the module will introduce fundamental concepts in pathophysiology, highlighting how disruptions in physiological processes can lead to disease.
Through a combination of lectures, dry laboratory practical sessions, and interactive workshops, students will develop both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in human physiology. Hands-on sessions will provide experience with physiological measurements and experimental techniques, reinforcing the relevance of human physiology to medical science, biomedical research, and healthcare applications.
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PM-154C
Ffisioleg Ddynol
Mae'r corff dynol yn system gymhleth, integredig, sy'n dibynnu ar fecanweithiau ffisiolegol manwl gywir i gynnal homeostasis a bywyd. Mae'r modiwl hwn yn cynnig cyflwyniad manwl i ffisioleg ddynol, gan ymdrin â'r egwyddorion sylfaenol sy'n rheoli gweithrediad celloedd, meinweoedd a systemau organau. Bydd myfyrwyr yn archwilio'r prosesau ffisiolegol sy'n sail i iechyd dynol, gan feithrin dealltwriaeth o sut mae systemau'r corff yn cydweithio i ymateb i heriau mewnol ac allanol.
Mae'r modiwl yn dechrau drwy roi trosolwg o gysyniadau ffisiolegol allweddol, gan gynnwys homeostasis, mecanweithiau adborth a sut mae systemau'r corff yn integreiddio. Bydd myfyrwyr yn archwilio strwythur a gweithrediad systemau organau allweddol, gan gynnwys y systemau nerfol, cardiofasgwlaidd, resbiradol, treulio, arennol, endocrin a chyhyrysgerbydol. Bydd pynciau'n cynnwys signalu a chyfathrebu niwral, dynameg a chylchrediad cardiofasgwlaidd, cyfnewid nwyon a rheolaeth resbiradol, treulio ac amsugno maetholion, gweithrediad arennol a chydbwysedd hylifau, sut mae endocrinau'n rheoleiddio'r fetabolaeth a mecaneg symud.
Rhoddir pwyslais ar ddeall ymatebion ffisiolegol i newidiadau amgylcheddol, ymarfer corff a chlefydau. Bydd myfyrwyr hefyd yn archwilio sylfaen gellol a moleciwlaidd gweithrediad ffisiolegol a rôl hormonau mewn rheoleiddio systemig. Yn ogystal, bydd y modiwl yn cyflwyno cysyniadau sylfaenol mewn pathoffisioleg, gan amlygu sut gall tarfu ar brosesau ffisiolegol arwain at glefydau.
Drwy gyfuniad o ddarlithoedd, sesiynau ymarferol yn y labordy sych a gweithdai rhyngweithiol, bydd myfyrwyr yn datblygu gwybodaeth ddamcaniaethol a sgiliau ymarferol mewn ffisioleg ddynol. Bydd sesiynau ymarferol yn rhoi profiad o fesuriadau ffisiolegol a thechnegau arbrofol, gan atgyfnerthu perthnasedd ffisioleg ddynol i wyddor feddygol, ymchwil fiofeddygol a chymwysiadau gofal iechyd.
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PM-275C
Cyflwyniad i Niwrowyddoniaeth
Er mwyn helpu myfyrwyr i ddeall y sail fiolegol ar gyfer niwrowyddoniaeth ymddygiadol ac anhwylderau niwrolegol, mae'r modiwl hwn yn ceisio integreiddio bioleg celloedd, ffisioleg a biocemeg i ddeall egwyddorion sylfaenol niwrowyddoniaeth. Y nod yw meithrin gwybodaeth fecanistig a chyfannol o'r system nerfol sy'n adeiladu o'r lefel foleciwlaidd, gellog a datblygiadol, i lefel systemau. Yn ogystal ag archwilio gweithrediad normal, bydd y modiwl hwn yn cyflwyno anhwylderau cyffredin y brif systemau nerfol a pherifferol mewn ffordd integredig. Caiff myfyrwyr eu harwain i archwilio'r dystiolaeth wyddonol ynghylch yr hyn sy'n hysbys ac yn anhysbys a byddant yn cael cyflwyniad i ganfyddiadau ymchwil cyfredol yn y llenyddiaeth wyddonol.
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PM-276C
Niwroanatomeg a Niwroleg
Gan adeiladu ar 'Cyflwyniad i Niwrowyddoniaeth' bydd y modiwl hwn yn cyfuno niwrowyddoniaeth sylfaenol â niwroleg glinigol i ddarparu dealltwriaeth gynhwysfawr o'r system nerfol ym maes iechyd a chlefydau.
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PM-293
Neuroscience & Neurology
This module offers an integrated exploration of the nervous system by drawing on key concepts from cell biology, physiology, and biochemistry. Focusing on the structure and function of the human central and peripheral nervous systems, it bridges foundational neuroscience with clinical neurology. Students will examine both normal neural function and the pathophysiology of common neurological disorders, spanning molecular and cellular mechanisms to whole-system processes. Emphasis is placed on critical engagement with current scientific literature, encouraging students to assess established knowledge alongside emerging research. The module is delivered by a multidisciplinary team of neuroscientists and clinical neurologists, providing both theoretical insight and real-world clinical relevance.
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PM-293C
Niwrowyddoniaeth a Niwroleg
Mae'r modiwl hwn yn cynnig archwiliad integredig o'r system nerfol gan dynnu ar gysyniadau craidd o fioleg celloedd, ffisioleg a biocemeg. Gan ganolbwyntio ar strwythur a gweithrediad systemau nerfol canolog a pherifferol dynol, mae'n pontio niwrowyddoniaeth sylfaenol a niwroleg glinigol. Bydd myfyrwyr yn archwilio gweithrediad niwral normal a phathoffisioleg cyflyrau niwrolegol cyffredin, sy'n cynnwys mecanweithiau moleciwlaidd a chellol i brosesau system gyfan. Rhoddir pwyslais ar ymgysylltu'n feirniadol â llenyddiaeth wyddonol gyfoes, gan annog myfyrwyr i asesu gwybodaeth sefydledig ochr yn ochr ag ymchwil sydd ar ddod. Mae'r modiwl yn cael ei gyflwyno gan dîm rhyngddisgyblaethol o niwrowyddonwyr a niwrolegwyr clinigol, gan ddarparu gwybodaeth ddamcaniaethol a pherthnasedd clinigol y byd go iawn.
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PM-300
Medical Genetics
The course is designed to provide an advanced study of the identification of human genes and the determination of the influence of human genes upon disease and health status. Gene identification provides targets for the development of new pharmaceuticals and the range of variation present in the population.
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PM-341
Human Biology and the Environment
This module is intended to provide an understanding of how our environmental factors impact on key aspects of human biology. Various environmental factors such as diet, stress, and pollution will be considered with a focus on their effects on epigenetics, inflammation, gut microbiota, mitochondrial health, and oxidative stress in non-communicable diseases in particular (e.g. chronic respiratory disease, cancer and metabolic disorders). The effect of extreme environments (e.g. altitude, space) and ageing on multiple organ systems will be considered. Students will gain practical experience in communicating these issues to scientific and non-scientific audiences.
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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-344C
Prosiect Capfaen
Nod y modiwl hwn yw rhoi cyfle i fyfyrwyr gael profiad dysgu capfaen drwy gymryd rhan yn eu prosiect eu hunain yn seiliedig ar gwestiwn ymchwil. Gall y prosiect fod mewn labordy neu heb fod yn labordy ond bydd bob amser yn cynnwys cwestiwn ymchwil sy'n deillio o'r llenyddiaeth, ac sy'n canolbwyntio ar bwnc perthnasol i wyddor feddygol. Bydd yn gofyn cwestiwn ymchwil newydd ac yn cynnwys dadansoddiad beirniadol o ganfyddiadau ymchwil. Bydd myfyrwyr yn mireinio eu sgiliau cyfathrebu llafar ac ysgrifenedig i lefel raddedig, drwy lunio cyflwyniad rhagarweiniol ar gefndir y prosiect, ynghyd â thraethawd estynedig a chyflwyniad llafar ar ganfyddiadau eu hymchwil.
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PM-405C
Llawysgrif/Erthygl Ymchwil Uwch
Mae'r prosiect ymchwil uwch yn elfen allweddol o'r flwyddyn astudio olaf, gan roi cyfle i fyfyrwyr gael profiad o ymchwil arloesol yn y Sefydliad Gwyddor Bywyd a'r Ganolfan NanoIechyd am gyfnod estynedig o amser. Bydd y prosiect yn seiliedig ar un o'r themâu ymchwil sy'n ymwneud â'r gwyddorau meddygol. Bydd myfyrwyr yn defnyddio amrywiaeth o dechnegau dadansoddi uwch i ymchwilio i bwnc penodol. Yn ogystal, cânt brofiad o lunio cynnig ymchwil a chyflwyno eu data mewn amrywiaeth o fformatau. Dynodir pynciau ymchwil sy'n briodol i deitl gradd penodol.
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PMLM22
Laboratory Measurement Techniques for Medical Sciences
This module will enable students to understand the basic and advanced concepts of laboratory and measurement techniques used in medical sciences, how they may be applied with relevant methods of detection, gain `hands on¿ problem solving experience and strategic method development for complete bioanalysis according to target molecule characteristics and method application.
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PMNM14
Contemporary Issues in Medical Science
This module will allow students to choose from a range of short contemporary topics in Medical Sciences including screening for new therapeutic compounds, using model systems to understand human disease and disorders, using behavioral tools and open-source analysis software to answer contemporary questions in neuroscience such as how defects in genes or drugs influence behavior. There will also be the opportunity to select introductory journal club or lean sessions with potential dissertation supervisors. The focus on techniques is complemented by seminars on the ethics of human and animal studies. Each topic will be approximately 1 day and students will be able to pick 4-5 topics.
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PMNM17
Neurodegeneration & Repair
This MSc Medical Neuroscience module will study the processes involved in brain degeneration and repair. We will review disease pathology and diagnosis, the cellular and molecular basis of disease, and possible new therapies aimed at restoring brain function, including cell replacement strategies. Content will involve lectures, tutorials, expert guest seminars and workshops.
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PMNMD0
Postgraduate Taught Masters Dissertation
In this module the student will be able to gain extensive specialist expertise in a chosen topic which could be targeted to their future career in the field of nanomedicine.
Students will be supervised by University academics and/or members of their research and innovation teams. A variety of project types are available that include:
1. Laboratory based experimental research and data analysis (dependant on laboratory access and capacity).
2. Analysis of experimental data originating from the project supervisor¿s laboratory*
3. Meta-analysis of publicly available experimental data*
4. Systematic analysis of publicly available reported data*
*potentially linking with Swansea¿s data health science or clinical trials unit.
Working with a dedicated academic supervisor students will develop a clear research question, experimental plan and derive, analyse and present research data.
The research topic choice will be made in conjunction with the supervisor, based upon novelty, feasibility and practical considerations on a 'first come first served' basis. The final approval of the topic rests with the project supervisor.
The module lead and academic tutor will provide additional support available throughout the module period.
A series of information sessions and engagement events such as the 3 Minute Thesis and employability for an innovative and integral part of this module.
A small number of placement opportunities may arise with external academic and industry partners. These opportunities will be highlighted early in the first semester, with placements, in the event of high demand, based on student academic performance.
