Programme/Approved Electives for 2021/22
None
Available as a Free Standing Elective
No
Geography (Dual Honours, Major Route)Human Geography (Dual Honours, Major Route)Physical Geography (Dual Honours, Major Route)
The "Dynamic Geographies" module builds upon the core concepts introduced within the first-year programme and provides students with the opportunity to explore a range of specialist geographical disciplines and issues in greater depth. Through engagement with specialist literature, students are encouraged to explore the dynamic nature of the subject as expressed through its varied research themes, recent developments and modern-day debates. The module is sub-divided into a series of options addressing specific themes and issues that you select from according to your specific degree pathway. Current options include Hydrology & Oceanography, Weather & Climate, Nature & Society, Population Geographies and Geographical Representations. There is also an option to undertake an Extended Essay focusing on one of the other units addressed.
Aims
This module aims to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to a range of specialist geographical disciplines and issues. Through engagement with specialist literature, students are encouraged to explore associated research themes, recent developments and debates within modern-day geography.
Talis Aspire Reading ListAny reading lists will be provided by the start of the course.http://lists.lib.keele.ac.uk/modules/esc-20049/lists
Intended Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of key concepts and debates relevant to the chosen options and an awareness of their broader applications within geography (FHEQ 5). will be achieved by assessments: 1,2,3,4Demonstrate an awareness of the nature of the discipline as dynamic, plural and contested (FHEQ 5, Geography Benchmark statement - point 3.9). will be achieved by assessments: 1,2,3,4Synthesise and critically evaluate evidence associated with current debates and research themes within geography (Geography Benchmark statement - point 4.4). will be achieved by assessments: 1,2,3,4Present a sustained and reasoned argument that involves the synthesis and critical evaluation of evidence associated with current debates and research themes within geography (Geography Benchmark statement - point 4.4). will be achieved by assessments: 1,2,3,4
Lectures 40 hoursLecture preparation 120 hoursCoursework preparation 100 hoursIndependent study 40 hours
Description of Module Assessment
1: Individual Report weighted 25%2500 word essay or equivalentThe coursework exercises will involve a range of assessments including essays, posters, technical reports equivalent to 2500 words in total.
2: Individual Report weighted 25%2500 word essay or equivalentThe coursework exercises will involve a range of assessments including essays, posters, technical reports equivalent to 2500 words in total.
3: Individual Report weighted 25%2500 word essay or equivalentThe coursework exercises will involve a range of assessments including essays, posters, technical reports equivalent to 2500 words in total.
4: Individual Report weighted 25%2500 word essay or equivalentThe coursework exercises will involve a range of assessments including essays, posters, technical reports equivalent to 2500 words in total.