Short Description

This course will examine the biological, psychological and social impacts of disruption of sleep and circadian timing focusing on mechanism of action and treatment.

Assessment

Examination 30%
Coursework 70%
Main Assessment In: April/May

Course Aims

This course aims to provide an overview of current study within the fields of sleep and circadian timing. It will examine the biological, psychological and social impacts of disruption of sleep and circadian timing focusing on mechanism of action and treatment.
Intended Learning Outcomes of Course

By the end of this course students will be able to:
- recognise the physiological and psychological mechanisms responsible for healthy sleep and circadian timing;
- identify the main areas where breakdown in healthy sleep systems may occur;
- recognise the health and psychological sequelae of disorders of sleep and circadian timing;
- relate in both scientific and lay terms the impact of sleep and circadian timing in daily life.

*Course content subject to change