The Neuroscience of Human Movement and Dysfunction - 30 credits (HCT240)
Module leader
Status
Shared module for Healthcare Professions.
Programme Pathway
Core module for MSc Neurorehabilitation , optional module for MSc in Occupational Therapy , MSc in Physiotherapy. Stand alone module for Healthcare Professions
Prior learning
Students must possess a first degree or UK diploma in a Healthcare subject and have at least 2 years post registration experience and with evidence of continuing professional development in neurological rehabilitation
Credit rating
30 at M level
Notional learning time
300 hours
Contact hours
72
Aim
To explain the functioning of the neuromuscular system in health and disease through molecular, cell, network and system levels using a structured critical and analytical review of contemporary neuroscience literature related to evidence
To recognise the relevance of current concepts in neuroscience to neurological rehabilitation after developmental and acquired central and peripheral nervous system damage and the effect of nervous system disorders on other body systems.