This module provides a broad comparative overview of the archaeological understanding of different parts of Asia, especially China, India, central Asia, to...

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In this module, I invite students to join me in exploring key dimensions of ethnography as the methodological foundation of anthropological...

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This module allows students to explore in detail the social and cultural dimensions of crime in relation to specific regimes of legality. We...

This module records credit awarded by UCL for completion of a term abroad.

This module focuses on the central nervous system (CNS) and the actions and effects of drugs used for medical and non-medical reasons. It will provide a basic...

This module focuses on the central nervous system (CNS) and the actions and effects of drugs used for medical and non-medical reasons. It will provide a basic understanding of the effects and functions of neurotransmitters in the CNS, the symptoms and characteristics of diseases and disorders of the brain, the pharmacological treatment of these problems and the use and effects of recreational drugs. Elements of physiology, psychology and medical sciences are integral to the course. Teaching will be delivered via lectures, group discussions and a practical session. 

On completion of the course you will be able to: 

1. Describe the neurotransmitter systems of the CNS and drug effects thereon. 

2. Understand how to evaluate effects of common drugs in humans and the practical problems this presents. 

3. Acquire, handle and analyse data (practical) and assess information (lectures). 

5. Work in groups to carry out experiments and discuss issues from transmitter actions to the treatment of disease and the recreational use of street drugs. 

6. Take 3rd year neuroscience related modules including PHAR0010 Neuropharmacology and ANAT0013 Pain 

No prior knowledge of chemistry or pharmacology is required but a basic knowledge of biology is assumed. Most students taking the module are from Human Sciences and Psychology but a significant number of Biology and Genetics students also attend. 

Indicative lecture topics (based on 2021/22 syllabus) 


	Transmitter systems 
	
	
	Behavioural pharmacology 
	
	
	Pharmacokinetics 
	
	
	Depression 
	

	Pain and Analgesics 
	
	
	Anxiety States 
	
	
	Memory and long-term changes in CNS 
	
	
	Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s Diseases 
	
	
	Schizophrenia 
	

	Alcohol & Nicotine; pharmacology and social aspects 
	
	
	Dependence mechanisms 
	
	
	Amphetamine and cocaine 
	
	
	Cannabis and LSD 
	
	
	Drug Dependence- causes and consequences 