Head, Neck and Brain

Course aim

Undertake a comprehensive study of the anatomical structures of the head and neck and the structure and function of the human nervous system (central and peripheral).

Course content

Gross anatomy of the head and neck, fascial sheaths and spaces in the neck, oral cavity, trachea, pharynx, larynx, facial muscles, blood vessels and nerves of the head and neck region, central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system (sensory, motor, visual, auditory, vestibular systems, association and speech areas, motor and sensory tracts, ventricular system, basal nuclei, limbic system, cranial and spinal nerves), its functions and blood supply of the central nervous system.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Examination, Quiz

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.