CH0S13 - Foundations of Life Science 01 Sep 2025 - 31 Aug 2030 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | CH0S13 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Foundations of Life Science | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Sport | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Sports Coaching | ||
| Module Leader: | Karl New | ||
| Module Team: | |||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2025 | Final Year of Intake: | 2029 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 3 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100346 - biology | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2025 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2030 |
Module Aims
Develop basic knowledge in biological and chemical processes fundamental to life.
Content Summary
This module delivers selective aspects of Biology, Biochemistry and Basic Chemistry curricula relevant for healthcare students. Indicative content to include:
Language of Chemistry for Life Science, Structure of Matter & Simple Reactions - Atoms; Bonding; Structures & Chemical Elements; Periodic Table Overview; Biological Compounds; Enzymes; Nucleic Acids; Cell Structure, Membranes & Transport; Cell Division; Ions; Basic Biochemistry; Redox & Acid Base Reactions; Biological Classification; Adaptations for Gas Exchange & Transport; Adaptations for Nutrition; Respiration & ATP; Basic Microbiology; Sexual Reproduction & Inheritance; Immunology & Disease; Neurobiology & Behaviour
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 32 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 8 |
| Independent Study | 80 |
| Directed Study | 80 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Describe selective biological and chemical processes fundamental to life. |
| LO2 | Describe the form and function relationship in biological systems and the progression from normal homeostasis to pathophysiology. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Essay 1 | Biological and Chemical Processes Essential for Life | 0 | 1000 | 40 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Poster 1 | Development of a Group Poster on Biological Systems Form & Function. | 0 | 1500 | 60 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Essay 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Poster 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |