PHSI2008 Applied Physiology (University of Sydney): rated 2.7/5 overall across 2 reviews collected on USYD Wall.
PHSI2008 is a University of Sydney course taught by the Faculty of Medicine and Health in Department of Medical Sciences. This page brings together its handbook details and what USYD students say about it.
Review data updated 2026-10-24.
Chinese title: 应用生理学
Type: Undergraduate
Credit points: 6
Subject area: Department of Medical Sciences
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine and Health
Level: Undergraduate Level 2
Handbook year: 2026
The study of physiology is in essence the understanding of the integration of function and homeostasis. In this unit, you will extend your learning in PHSI2007/2907 (and MEDS2001) applying your understanding of some key body systems and physiological concepts to applied, integrative, systems-based scenarios in three modules: exercise physiology, applied body systems, and biomedical engineering.
PHSI2008 has 2 scored reviews: overall 2.7/5 (all out of 5; higher difficulty means harder).
Sources: 2 Reddit comments that an AI model judged to be reviewing this course (average would-recommend 2.7/5).
On Reddit: "I did this unit this semester. The course was redesigned for an online learning experience, with the content being split up into 3 modules, and each module having a 20% exam after it ended, as opposed to having a large final exam. The 40% fail is referring to the first module ex…"
On Reddit: "I like you did not enjoy PHSI2008 as much as PHSI2007. I enjoyed PHSI3010 (Systems Physiology) and PHSI3009 (Cell Physiology) - which was reflected by my marks. I also did NEUR3006 (Neural Information Processing) but it wasn’t for me. Here’s the thing. If you’re interested in or…"
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Q: Is PHSI2008 worth taking?
A: Averaged over 2 reviews: overall 2.7/5. Only a few reviews so far, so treat this as a rough guide.
Q: Which faculty teaches PHSI2008, and when is it offered?
A: PHSI2008 is taught by the Faculty of Medicine and Health. Check the official handbook for the current year.
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