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BMS1052 · Human neurobiology
2026 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 1School of Biomedical Sciences
Last checked: 23 Aug 2026 UTCOverview
This unit consists of an introduction to human nervous system which ranges in scope from the operations of individual nerve cells at the molecular level to the generation of complex cognitive behaviours. The unit will provide you with an essential overview of the human nervous system and it will also serve as a foundation for more specialised studies in neurobiology or cognitive science.
Offerings
| Campus | Teaching period | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Clayton | Second semester | Activities scheduled as a mix of on-campus and online activities (BLENDED) |
Assessment
The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.
| # | Assessment | Type | Weight | Hurdle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Theory tests (in-semester) Two tests, each ~45 minutes. | Quiz / Test | 35% | — |
| 2 | Theory examination (scheduled final assessment) ~30 minutes | Examination | 25% | — |
| 3 | Group practical work and presentation | Presentation | 35% | — |
| 4 | Personal and Professional Development Module (PPDP) | Written | 5% | — |
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Requisites
prohibitions
- PHY2011 — Neuroscience of communication, sensory and control systems
Learning outcomes
- Describe the structure and function of the human nervous system, with a focus on cell signalling and neural communication.
- Explain how neural circuits enable sensory processing, motor control, autonomic control, and cognition.
- Describe the key stages in nervous system development, including its capacity for change through learning, regeneration and repair.
- Analyse how neural function and behaviour are affected by genetics, environment, and drugs.
- Demonstrate basic skills in collecting, analysing, interpreting, and presenting scientific data.
Workload
6 hours of teacher directed study per week, including lectures, workshops and/or laboratories. 6 hours per week of self-directed study. Total per week = 12 hours.
| Activity | Duration |
|---|---|
| Workshops | 20 hours |
| Laboratories | 10 hours |
| Lectures | — |
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