Modules

Core Module Information
Module title: Applied Toxicology (Hong Kong)
SCQF level: 10:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: BMS10601
Module leader: Peter Barlow
School School of Applied Sciences
Subject area group: Life Sciences
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

Introduction to human toxicology. Toxicokinetics and toxicodynamics. Organ-specific toxicity and pathophysiology. Cellular and molecular mechanisms of xenobiotic toxicity. Toxicogenomics. Hazard and risk assessment. Detailed descriptions of specific toxicant examples, such as alcohol, metals, air pollutants, and endocrine disruptors. In utero exposure and prenatal programming. In vitro and in vivo models of toxicity.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Conceptualise the relationship between absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of major drugs and xenobiotics.

LO2: Evaluate the importance and role of dose-response relationships in toxicology.

LO3: Critically appraise the available models for toxicity assessment and the applicability and limitations of each.

LO4: Discriminate the major target organs for xenobiotics and illustrate some of the associated effects in liver, lungs, skin, reproductive system, and nervous system.

LO5: Critically assess the effects of in utero exposure to environmental stimuli in relation to prenatal programming.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 2, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: HONG KONG
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Peter Barlow
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Online Guided independent study 184 Throughout the trimester, you are expected to structure in time to engage with the core text provided for each unit within the module, and reflect upon the learning you have undertaken in your scheduled sessions. You should also ensure that you complete your essential reading, as you will be directed to relevant external sources to complete this. You will need to ensure that you have sufficient time to prepare and plan for your assessments.
Face To Face Lecture 14 Core text reading materials will be released on Moodle in advance of lectures and you are expected to work through these in advance of coming to class. During class time, we will explore specific concepts in depth and your local tutor, or Edinburgh Napier tutor, will cover each linked topic in detail.
Face To Face Tutorial 2 For tutorials, resources will be issued on Moodle. You are expected to work through these in advance of coming to class. During class time, we will specifically focus on upcoming assessment and there will be an opportunity for you to ask questions, and reflect upon feedback.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Centrally Time Tabled Examination 70 1~2~3~4~5 Exam Period HOURS= 24 hours You will be given a research paper two weeks in advance of the exam so you can read it and fully understand it.The exam questions will be released on Moodle 24 hours prior to the assessment due time/date. Section A: questions relating to the course and the research article that will be given in advance of the exam. Section B: one long answer, essay style question worth 50 marks, similar to the one in the class assessment. You will be supported in your preparation for the exam using the resources provided on Moodle and the activities undertaken during class-time.
Class Test 30 1~2~3 Week 8 HOURS= 1500 words This assessment is based on your knowledge and understanding of toxicology from topic-specific lectures and tutorials. The coursework will be comprised of Section A and Section B. Some questions in Section A are multiple choice and have been designed to apply aspects of toxicology that you have been taught to relevant data/concepts. These questions have two answer components. The first component is a multiple choice answer and the second component is an explanation for the answer(s) that you chose.
Component 1 subtotal: 30
Component 2 subtotal: 70
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
BMS10601 Applied Toxicology (Hong Kong)
 

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