GRS4103 · Pregnancy and parturition

Overview

In this unit, you will develop an in-depth understanding of human pregnancy and birth as well as pathophysiological changes within the maternal-placental-fetal unit. You will also cultivate higher-order thinking skills through analysing and critiquing recent research developments in this field, refining your communication abilities to effectively convey complex scientific ideas.

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

1. Describe the normal physiology of human pregnancy, fetal development and birth.
2. Explain pathophysiological aspects related to gestation, fetal growth, and parturition.
3. Interpret recent research developments in perinatal processes.
4. Analyse information provided to society regarding maternal and fetal health and effectively communicate inconsistencies.

Workload

6 hours of teacher directed study per week, including ~3 hours of lecture content and ~3 hours of tutorials 12 hours of self-directed study per week = 18 hours per week over an 8-week period for a total unit requirement of 144 hours.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.