Techniques in Geography
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| GEOG2012 | Geography | 2 | 10 | Spring UK |
- Code
- GEOG2012
- School
- Geography
- Level
- 2
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Spring UK
Summary
This module is set out in two streams: one for students planning a Human Geography dissertation and one for students planning a Physical Geography dissertation. For students planning a Human Geography dissertation, the module covers a range of methodologies and encourages students to understand and experience human geography of these methods through participation in practical projects. For students planning a Physical Geography dissertation, the module presents the opportunity for hands-on experience of laboratory and statistical techniques in physical geography appropriate to the domain of interest of the participants.
Target Students
Geography and Natural Science U21 returners and intercampus exchange students ONLY
Classes
Teaching will take place in the form of lectures, seminars and/or computer and laboratory practicals.
Assessment
- 50% Coursework 1: 1,000 words
- 50% Coursework 2: 1,000 words
Assessed by end of spring semester
Educational Aims
This module aims to:Provide an overview of Human and Physical Geography research methods and techniques including for use in dissertationsDevelop skills in the collection, presentation and interpretation of geographic dataObtain familiarity with the concepts of critical literature review, hypothesis building, data gathering, data interpretation, statistical analysis and scientific writingProvide guidance in the development of safety and ethical strategies associated with a research programmeLearning Outcomes
Practical skills, critical judgement, report writing, competence in a range of geography research methods