Molecular Neuropharmacology (C7128L6)
Molecular Neuropharmacology
Module C7128L6
Module details for 2026/27.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of drug action (i.e., the concepts of agonism, antagonism, inverse agonism and allosteric modulation)
Understand the role of basic science in elucidating disease mechanisms and in the characterization and validation of drug targets.
Understand the drug discovery process, from the earliest stages of preclinical studies through clinical trials to FDA/MHRA approval.
Understand how drug discovery has progressed for specific diseases and appreciate the challenges that need to be overcome to improve treatment of diseases with an unmet medical need.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Based Exam | Semester 2 Assessment | 70.00% |
| Coursework | 30.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Test | T2 Week 11 (45 minutes) | 50.00% |
| Test | T2 Week 7 (45 minutes) | 50.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 111111111110 |
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