Tissues, Systems and Functional Measurement - 20 credits (HCT126)
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Status
Profession specific module for Physiotherapists.
Programme Pathway
Compulsory module for MSc in Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy, optional module for MSc Physiotherapy. Stand alone module for physiotherapists.
Prior Learning
All students must be in possession of a relevant qualification providing registration to practice as a health professional with two years post registration experience.
Credit rating
20 at M level
Notional learning time
200 hours
Contact hours
48
Aim
The aim of this module is to give the student an advanced understanding of the human bodys’ system . This will be achieved through advanced knowledge of cellular and functional anatomy, musculo-skeletal biology in relation to biomechanics of movement.. The module will make use of knowledge within these fields to explain and illustrate the themes discussed on different days. Students will already have a sound knowledge of gross anatomy and biomechanics and will be encouraged to develop a better understanding of the relationship between anatomical structure, function and disease.