Anatomy and Physiology (OPHT0019)

Key information

Faculty: Faculty of Brain Sciences
Teaching department: Institute of Ophthalmology
Credit value: 15

Restrictions: Clinical Ophthalmic Practice students only
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

The anatomy and physiology module will allow you to gain a comprehensive understanding of anatomy and physiology of the eye drawn from scientific knowledge of biomedical, optical and refractive principles. You will learn the fundamental principles of biomedical science which will enable you to determine factors that influence ocular health. You will apply scientific knowledge to gain an in-depth understanding of the aetiology of a range of ophthalmic conditions, which will give you insight into the visual and structural processes in ophthalmic diseases. This knowledge will equip you with a better understanding of the conditions that patients present with, which will enable you to deliver optimum ophthalmic care.

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 1 听听听 Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study: Blended
Methods of assessment: 30% In-class activity

70% Fixed-time remote activity
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 37
Module leader: Ms Fardowsa Dirir
Who to contact for more information: ioo.pgt@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.

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Important information

The catalogue has been updated with key information about the modules that will run during the 2024/25 academic session. Current and prospective students can browse through the catalogue to consider possible module choices for the coming year.

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Centrally managed exam durations will be provided on students' individual exam timetables. Arrangements for locally managed exams and in-class activity will be confirmed by the teaching department for the module.

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