PE4S278 - Hair Physiology- Anatomy and Pathophysiology 01 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2030 | Version 1

Associated Module Information

Module Code: PE4S278
Module Title: Hair Physiology- Anatomy and Pathophysiology
Faculty: Faculty of Life Sciences and Education
Faculty Group: FLSE Faculty
Faculty Sub Group: Clinical Services
Module Leader: Pratisha Dash
Module Team: Gautam Srivastava, Iram Ashraf, Som Lakhani,
First Intended Intake: SEP 2024 Final Year of Intake:
Date Closed:
Credit Value: 20 Credit Level: 7
Language: English
Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: 0
Equivalent Module:
HECOS codes: 100260 - healthcare science
HECOS Code Weighting: 100

Document Version Information

Version 1
Valid From 01 Sep 2024
Valid To 31 Aug 2030

Module Aims

The aim of this module is to equip students with a profound knowledge of hair physiology, enabling them to comprehend the intricate workings of hair biology. By delving into the underlying mechanisms of hair growth and maintenance, students will gain a solid foundation to further explore trichology and its applications.

Content Summary

Indicative content to include topics outlined below and/or any other relevant current topics to fulfil the module aims and learning outcomes:
? Hair Structure and Follicular Biology
? Hair Growth Cycle, and Hair Disorders Classifications & Differential Diagnoses (Part 1)
? Hair Growth Cycle, and Hair Disorders and Classifications & Differential Diagnoses (Part 2)
? Hormonal Regulation of Hair Physiology (Investigations based on clinical assessment) Nutritional and Environmental Factors and Hair Health
? Dermoscopy in Hair and Scalp Analysis (Trichoscopy)

Learning and Teaching Methods

Activity Type Hours
Independent Study 100
Directed Study 100
Total Hours Selected 200

Learning Outcomes

# Learning Outcome
LO1 Critically apply a systematic knowledge of the most current evidence and practice in the complex processes involved in hair physiology, employing critical thinking skills to examine the interplay between cellular mechanisms, hormonal regulation, and environmental factors.
LO2 Critically evaluate emerging approaches to the use of dermoscopy demonstrating the ability to apply theoretical concepts to practical scenarios in trichology practice.

Module Requisites

N/A

Assessment Criteria

Assessment Category Assessment Type Description Duration Word Count Weight (%) Best of? Pass Mark
Synchronous Online Assessment Time-constrained assessment (Online) 1 Assessment to be completed in a specific timescale, which is neither an invigilated examination nor a piece of coursework. To be completed over an extended period (e.g. a 2-hour task to be completed within 48 hours, or a 24-hour assessment).Learna: End of module 1-hour Case-based Multiple-choice Examination related to hair physiology including its anatomy and pathophysiology. 60 600 30 No 40
Asynchronous Assessment Self Reflective Assessment 1 A personal record of a student’s learning experiences. It requires students to record and reflect upon their observations and responses to situations, which can then be used later to explore and analyse ways of thinking and being in context. Generally involves critical diaries, learning logs and written / visual journals or Reflective journal 0 600 10 No 40
Asynchronous Assessment Project 1 A detailed analysis of a topic, involving some original research undertaken by the candidate who makes use of data and/or primary sources or Completion of an individual/group task related to hair physiology including its anatomy and pathophysiology. 0 1000 20 No 40
Asynchronous Assessment Case study 1 A concentrated inquiry into a single case or subject or Case-based scenarios and discussion forum related to hair physiology including its anatomy and pathophysiology. 0 2400 40 No 40

Assessment Matrix

Assessment Type Learning Outcomes
LO1 LO2
Time-constrained assessment (Online) 1
Self Reflective Assessment 1
Project 1
Case study 1

Reading List

Articles:

O'Connor, K. and Goldberg, L.J., (2021). Nutrition and hair. Clinics in Dermatology, 39(5), pp.809-818. (USW access). Available at:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0738081X21000729

Journals:

Kesika, P., Sivamaruthi, B.S., Thangaleela, S., Bharathi, M. and Chaiyasut, C., (2023). Role and mechanisms of phytochemicals in hair growth and health. Pharmaceuticals, 16(2), p.206. Available at: https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8247/16/2/206

Wall, D., Meah, N., Fagan, N., York, K. and Sinclair, R., (2022). Advances in hair growth. Faculty Reviews, 11. Available at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8808739/