Nutrition and Physiology Interaction
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| BIOS2091 | Biosciences | 2 | 30 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- BIOS2091
- School
- Biosciences
- Level
- 2
- Credits
- 30
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This module will introduce basic concepts of immunology, endocrinology and metabolic balance and provide an understanding of the role of nutrition in the regulation of these areas.
Target Students
BSc/ MSci Nutrition, MNutr Nutrition and Dietetics, BSc/MSci Animal Sciences
Classes
- Three 2-hour lectures each week for 12 weeks
Assessment
- 20% Coursework 1: Practical Report
- 80% Exam 1 (3-hour): ExamSys exam
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
1. Explain the endocrine and immune systems involved in maintaining homeostasis.2. Explain the regulation of hormone synthesis and secretion and interaction with other chemical messengers systems of the body.3. Discuss the molecular biochemical and physiological effects of hormones on cells and tissue.4. Understand the regulation of appetite and assimilation and regulation of dietary energy and macronutrients.Learning Outcomes
Able to explain endocrine and immune systems involved in maintaining homeostasis.
Able to explain the regulation of hormone synthesis and secretion and interaction with other chemical messengers systems of the body.
Able to discuss the molecular biochemical and physiological effects of hormones on cells and tissue.
Able to explain the regulation of appetite and assimilation and regulation of dietary energy and macronutrients