At the successful conclusion of this module, you should be able to demonstrate the following module level learning outcomes (MLOs):
MLO.1 Knowledge & Understanding • Describe gametogenesis, early embryonic development, and implantation. • Explain germ layer formation, embryo annexes, and organogenesis. • Summarize morphogenetic processes and developmental interactions. MLO.2 Application of Knowledge • Identify stages of early development in diagrams or schematics. • Apply embryological knowledge to explain developmental events and organ formation. MLO.3 Autonomy of Judgement • Distinguish normal developmental stages from atypical or variant presentations. • Select appropriate explanations for observed embryonic structures. MLO.4 Learning Skills • Use learning resources to reinforce embryology understanding. • Integrate embryology with cytology and histology for understanding tissue and organ formation.
Course Prerequisites
For further information please see the Integrated Course Syllabus for “[506504] - STRUCTURE OF THE BODY”.
Teaching Methods
Teaching methods include lectures, discussion and guided independent study. Lectures present key concepts (supports LO.1, LO.2) and include interactive discussion of clinical areas and research themes (supports LO.2-3). Teaching will include guidance to help you prepare for the exam (supports LO.5) and throughout you will be presented with references to further readings and other materials on the e-learning platform to support your development (supports LO.5).
Teaching on this course is enhanced by our visiting Professors, international experts, who will provide seminars on clinical and research areas (LO.3).
Assessment Methods
For further information please see the Integrated Course Syllabus for “[506504] - STRUCTURE OF THE BODY”.
Texts
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Contents
Themes and topics addressed in this module include: • Male and female gametogenesis. • Early stages of the embryo development. Segmentation. • Morula. • Blastocyst and implantation. • Placenta. • The embryonic disk. • Timing and 3D development of primitive layers: endoderm, ectoderm and mesoderm. • Embryo annexess. • Organization of secundary mesoderm. • The notocord and its role in embryo development. • Ectoderm development. • Endoderm development. • Mesodern,development. • Morphogenetic mechanisms. • Interactions between primitive layers towards organogenesis. • Causal embriology
Course Language
English
More information
For further information please see the Integrated Course Syllabus for “[506504] - STRUCTURE OF THE BODY”.
