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Module code:NEUR3018(Add to my personalised list)
Title:Neural Basis of Motivation and Learning
Credit value:.5
Division:Division of Biosciences
Module organiser:Dr Francesca Cacucci
Organiser's location:Cog., Perceptual & Brain Sciences, 26 Bedford Way
Organiser's email:f.cacucci@ucl.ac.uk
Available for students in Year(s):3,
Module prerequisites:ANAT2010 or MBBS Neuroscience or permission of module organizer.  
Module outline:The module is centred around the group of neural structures traditionally described as the limbic system which are involved in learning, memory, emotion, motivation and navigation. They include the amygdala, septum, hippocampus, and prefrontal cortex. The course consists of a set of lectures on the anatomy, physiology and role in behaviour of these structures, as well as the molecular, cellular and genetic basis for their involvement in these behaviours. In addition tutorials will be given on specific topics raised in the lectures.  
Module aims: 1. To provide a detailed description of the organisation, structure and function of the limbic system 2. To provide an understanding of the psychological and behavioural aspects of emotion, motivation, navigation and memory 3. To provide knowledge of the molecular, cellular and genetic mechanisms involved in normal and abnormal functioning of limbic structures  
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Module timetable:https://cmis.adcom.ucl.ac.uk:4443/timetabling/moduleTimet.do?firstReq=Y&moduleId=NEUR3018 
Module assessment:One Essay (3,000 words) 20.00%.
Unseen three-hour written examination 80.00%. 
Notes:Runs in Term 1, Block D. 
Taking this module as an option?: 
Link to virtual learning environment(registered students only)https://moodle.ucl.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=6633 
Last updated:2012-08-16 15:23:04 by ucgbloc