Cognitive functions in neurological diseases (5 cr)
Code: AV00EG62-3004
General information
Enrollment
06.04.2023 - 21.04.2023
Timing
17.01.2023 - 31.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Pulse, Open UAS and Continuing education
Campus
Ecampus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
1 - 100
Teachers
- Mari Sarjanen
Teacher in charge
Mari Sarjanen
Groups
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VV2022-2023Optional studies 2022-2023
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VV2023-2024Optional studies 2023-2024
Objective
The goals of the course are to learn
- basic knowledge of brain function
- understand cognitive function and various neuropsychological symptoms
- neuropsychological symptoms assosiated with the most common neurological diseases, for example stroke, multiple schlerosis and Parkinson disease
- brain health aspects
Content
The course studies the structure and the function of the brain and what cognitive function means. The course studies neuropsychological symptoms and what neuropschological symptoms are assosiated with the most common neurological diseases. You will also learn how to keep brain healthy and active. The course material includes presentations, slides and internet material.
Further information
Degree students enroll on this course during their own enrollment periods.This summer semester, the course starts on 2nd May 2023.This autumn semester, the course starts on 14th August 2023.
Evaluation scale
Approved/Failed