دورة الحياة

The main goal of Life Cycle course is to take the student through a journey with human life from conception to death, addressing key changes in the human body and behavior in each stage of the human life, as well as the possible interactions with surrounding environment, family and society. During the course, students will study the cellular and molecular processes that underlie reproduction, development, and growth. In addition, they will explore the immune system and the pathophysiology of genetic disease and cancer.This course is arranged in 8 PBL cases (a case per week, with 1-2 weeks study breaks every 3 cases). Cases are designed in an integrated way around specific case intended learning outcomes (ILOs) which details the learning required around the case topic. The cases contextualize learning to prepare student for the way that doctors meet patient problems. Each case provides the specific context of learning for the week ILOs through which the students should work in the PBL sessions to explore the key concepts they need to cover. These key concepts involve biomedical, behavioral, social, ethical, legal, and professional issues coupled to the theme of the week. The approach to learning around cases will develop students’ skills in collaborative group working and in independent learning. Concomitant to PBL tutorials, lectures and practical sessions will be provided to cover some key learning topics. Additionally, early clinical experience sessions, in which consultation skills (including communication skills) are practiced in small groups will run each week.