Anatomy and Physiology of the Audio-Vestibular System (EARI0008)

Key information

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

Restrictions: N/A
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

The aim of this module is to provide you with an understanding of the normal structure and physiological function of the auditory and vestibular systems and how pathological processes affect both. This will provide the basis of understanding required in clinical practice and/or research. Lectures will first cover the gross anatomy of the ear proceeding to the detailed structure of the cochlear and vestibular systems and of the relationship of structure and function in the transmission and processing of external stimuli from the periphery to the cerebral cortex.

This will be followed by topics that discuss how pathological processes affect the structure and physiology of both systems, and of how repair, regenerative and protective methods may ameliorate these affects. The module will also provide information concerning the normal embryological development of the auditory and vestibular systems and how genetic defects may affect these processes.

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: In person
Methods of assessment: 100% Exam
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 29
Module leader: Dr Dan Jagger
Who to contact for more information: ear.education@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

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

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