Overview
Requisites
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Learning outcomes
Describe how sensory information is signalled by neurons from peripheral receptor organs to the brain areas processing sensory input.
Compare and contrast how neuroscience techniques help scientists understand the structure and function of the central nervous system.
Explain how the control of actions and perceptions change according to the context of what sensory information is presented.
Evaluate how damage to the nervous system might alter sensory functions and the associated behaviours.
Work collaboratively to design and develop their own scientific research project.
Critically evaluate the scientific literature, to test a hypothesis, construct a scientific report and demonstrate data analysis skills.
Teaching approach
Assessment summary
Continuous assessment: 60
Final assessment: 40