BNS2011

Fundamental concepts in behavioural neuroscience

(SCI)

Offered subject to final approval

6 points + First semester + Clayton + Three 1-hour lectures and One 3-hour practical class or equivalent per week + Prerequisites: BMS1011, BMS1052 or equivalent by permission

Synopsis: This subject introduces the history and current state of behavioural neuroscience; the functional anatomy of the central nervous system; the support systems responsible for maintaining optimal brain function; neurotransmission, signal transduction and expression within the brain; and the methodologies employed by behavioural neuroscientists.

Assessment: Written theory examination (short answer and multiple choice questions, 3-hour): 40% + 1-hour laboratory spot test: 25% + Essay (2000 words): 15% + Class presentation (15-minutes): 10% + tutorial assessment: 10%