Auditory Neuroscience (NEUR30007)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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Overview
| Availability | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
The subject is structured to build upon students’ understanding of the basic principles behind the development and function of the nervous system, developed in the prerequisite neuroscience subject/s. It will extend upon students’ understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the peripheral and central auditory systems, including aspects of balance function, speech production and development of the inner ear. Following these core lectures, students’ will be exposed to the applications of this knowledge to addressing pathologies of the auditory system, including relevant lectures from international leaders in cochlear implant research, emerging gene- and cell-based therapies, drug delivery platforms, auditory cortical plasticity and artificial hearing and voice.
Intended learning outcomes
At the end of this subject students should be able to:
- describe the key anatomical features of the outer, middle and inner ear (including vestibular system), and the central auditory and vestibular pathways, which contribute to sound/balance processing by the brain
- explain the physiological properties of the outer and inner ear and the central auditory and vestibular pathways that underpin the senses of hearing and balance
- to describe the development of the inner ear
- apply the anatomy and physiology of the auditory and vestibular systems to describe the key objective measures for auditory and vestibular function in humans
- apply fundamental auditory anatomy and physiology to describe the basis for emerging areas of research, including gene and stem-cell therapies, drug delivery, cortical plasticity and cochlear implants (including artificial hearing and voice).
Generic skills
- an ability to evaluate and synthesise information in a flexible manner
- an ability to apply core anatomical and physiological knowledge to understand auditory pathology (including emerging strategies to treat it)
Last updated: 21 January 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
A minimum of one of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEUR30002 | Neurophysiology: Neurons and Circuits | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| NEUR30003 | Principles of Neuroscience | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 21 January 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Online multiple-choice tests (Weeks 4, 6, 9 & 12) (5% per session)
| Throughout the semester | 20% |
Group work in three laboratory tutorials/practicals with written assessment in each of the sessions (10% per session)
| Throughout the semester | 30% |
Written Exam (closed book)
| During the examination period | 50% |
Last updated: 21 January 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Bryony Nayagam Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 24 July 2023 to 22 October 2023 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2023 Census date 31 August 2023 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2023 Assessment period ends 17 November 2023
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Last updated: 21 January 2025
Further information
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- Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Design
- Bachelor of Environments
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art)
- Bachelor of Music
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Last updated: 21 January 2025