Psychology BA (C), Neuroscience, 7.5 credits

Aim

This course provides students with foundational knowledge and understanding of neuroscience by presenting a unified picture of anatomical structures and neurobiological functions.

Course objectives

Upon completion of the course the student should be able to:

- Describe the overall physiology and anatomy of the nervous system, from cell membrane protein to perceptual, sensory, motor, emotional and higher cognitive processes.
- Relate knowledge of the molecular and cellular level to higher functions, including behavior.
- Describe the scientific methods used to study the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system.
- Explain the development of the nervous system from conception, through the fetal stage, to birth and through life.

Content

The course is divided into three main areas: nervous system development, anatomy, and physiology. The development of the nervous system encompasses its progression from conception to the end of life. The anatomy part covers the structural organization of the central and peripheral nervous systems, as well as its cellular and molecular components. The physiology part includes the function of these structures at both micro and macro level, examining how they contribute to higher-order processes such as sensation, perception, emotion and behavior.

Entry requirements

60 ECTS in Psychology.

Selection rules and procedures

The selection process is in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance and the local order of admission.

Teaching form

The teaching consists of lectures, workshops, digital self-tests, and individual reading of course literature.

Examination form

1101: Practical examination - Oral examination, 1.5 Credits
Grade scale: Two-grade scale

1201: Written examination - Individual written exam, 6 Credits
Grade scale: Two-grade scale

Link to grading criteria: https://www.miun.se/gradingcriteria

The examiner has the right to offer alternative examination arrangements to students who have been granted the right to special support by Mid Sweden University’s disabilities adviser.

Examination restrictions

Students registered on this version of the syllabus have the right to examine three (3) times within one (1) year according to this syllabus. After that, the latest version of the syllabus applies.

Grading system

Two-grade scale

Other information

Course certificates, credit transfers, appeals, etc. are regulated in the Higher Education Ordinance.