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This unit will provide a brief introduction to the fundamental concepts of cell biology and cell signalling. It will then introduce the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of the human body, focusing on the contributions of the endocrine, musculoskeletal, and nervous systems to maintain a stable internal environment, promoting health and wellbeing across the lifespan. It will explore simple interrelationships between endocrine, musculoskeletal, and nervous systems in performing normal activities of life and set the scene for integration with units exploring other organ systems. It will take an applied approach providing examples of disease states affecting these systems, such as hypothyroidism, osteoporosis and Parkinson’s disease, to lay critical foundations for senior units that consider disease processes in detail.
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Department of Medical Sciences |
| Credit points | 6 |
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BBHE1002 |
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Semester 1 2026
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Normal day | Westmead, Sydney |
Outline unavailable
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