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CVR8017 : Lower Gastrointestinal Physiology 1 (E-learning)
- Offered for Year: 2026/27
- Module Leader(s): Miss Jade Devenney
- Lecturer: Mr Peter Luke, Miss Annie Skinner, Dr Priyanka Krishnaswamy, Miss Catherine Sykes
- Owning School: School of Medical Education
- Teaching Location: Off Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 5 |
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 5 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
This module will provide students with a higher specialised body of knowledge which underpins the principles of specialist practice in Lower Gastrointestinal (GI) Physiology.
Outline Of Syllabus
Lower GI anatomy
Lower GI physiology
Lower GI neurophysiology
Lower GI pathology
Pharmacology
Device design, technology and artefact
GI related psychology
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 12 | 1:00 | 12:00 | Preparation for examination |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 14 | 1:00 | 14:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 25 | 1:00 | 25:00 | N/A |
| Structured Guided Learning | Structured research and reading activities | 5 | 1:00 | 5:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 2 | 1:00 | 2:00 | Synchronous online: Tutorials |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Workshops | 1 | 2:00 | 2:00 | Non-synchronous online |
| Guided Independent Study | Reflective learning activity | 4 | 4:00 | 16:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 20 | 1:00 | 20:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Scheduled on-line contact time | 1 | 2:00 | 2:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Module talk | 2 | 1:00 | 2:00 | N/A |
| Total | 100:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The core knowledge outcomes will be delivered in lecture materials via online tools, while the clinical skills will be introduced through online resources.
The students will go on to use independent study sessions, directed research and reflective activities around their workplace-based practice to develop their clinical and inter-personal skills.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 60 | 2 | A | 50 | PIP unseen written (closed book) exam. To pass this module candidates must achieve a mark of at least 50% in the exam. |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 2 | M | 50 | 1,000 word written exercise |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The end of module examination provides an opportunity to assess the students’ acquisition of appropriate knowledge and their ability to present that knowledge in a written format. The exam also assesses the students' critical understanding of the fundamentals of gastrointestinal science.
The written exercise provides a further opportunity to assess the students' understanding and knowledge and their ability to apply that knowledge in a practical and real sense which is relevant to their work place environment.
In order to pass this module candidates must achieve a mark of at least 50% in the written examination.
Reading Lists
Timetable
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