Essentials of Neuroscience

Undergraduate | 2026

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HBIO 1005
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Course ID
201307
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The aim of this course is to introduce students to essential concepts in the field of neuroscience. The course will begin with a basic introduction to the brain and the rise of neuroscience as a discipline, followed by providing an overview of various career paths in the field. Later modules will explore the cellular composition of the nervous system, the process of neuronal communication, basic brain structure, the neural basis of sensation and perception and the relationship between the brain and human behaviour in both health and disease. In addition, the course will feature 'research spotlight' sessions, which are designed to introduce students to neuroscience research currently being conducted at the university and more broadly.

  • Structure And Communication
  • Integration Of The Nervous System
  • Brain And Behaviour

Course learning outcomes

  • Use and understand terminology for the field of neurosciences correctly and contextually
  • Describe the cellular composition of the nervous system and the process of communication between these cells
  • Demonstrate a basic understanding of the functional anatomy of the nervous system
  • Apply knowledge of the functional anatomy of the nervous system to the analysis of human behaviour
  • Ability to draw key information from scientific articles in the field of neuroscience
  • Demonstrate an ability to work together with classmates during large tutorials in order to apply course knowledge to the completion of a variety of activities

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Antirequisite(s)

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