ZO4817: HORMONES AND BEHAVIOUR (2015-2016)

In this course we consider topics such as these:

• An introduction and history of the study of behavioural endocrinology

• The endocrine system

• Sex differences in behaviour: basic principles, animal and human models

• Male and female reproductive behaviour, parental behaviour

• Hormones and social behaviour

• Homeostasis and behaviour

• Biological rhythms

• Stress

• Learning, memory and affective disorders

Upon completion of this course students will have:

• Evaluated several pieces of published research and presented an article to the class to demonstrate and understanding of how a specific piece of research contributes to future directions in research.

• Demonstrated an understanding of the effects of hormones on behaviour through active engagement with class discussions.

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This course runs in weeks 31-35, and is scheduled in Thread 2, so may have contact hours in any or all of these times: Mondays, 14-18; Tuesday, all day; Friday, 14-18. If this is an optional course, there may also be contact hours on Wednesdays, 9-11.

Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.

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1st Attempt: 1st attempt: 1 two hour written examination (30%) and continuous assessment (70%) Continuous assessment includes five short reports on scientific papers (30%), a Scientific new article (20%) and an oral presentation (20%).

Resit: Similar to 1st attempt, with continuous assessment mark(s) and /or exam mark carried forward with an opportunity to resit either or both, depending on what was failed in the first attempt.

Discussion sessions will provide opportunity for student-student and student-tutor interaction. Formative assessment will be provided during this interaction.

Students will receive regular written feedback on each report and the presentation. Generic feedback will be provided to the class after each assignment to provide guidance on areas to focus on for improvement. Students who are identified as having difficulty in successfully completing the coursework assessment tasks will be invited to meet members of the course team to identify difficulties and discuss solutions.

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