ESC-30039 - Module Specification
School of Geography, Geology and the Environment
Faculty of Natural Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2023/24

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

Not applicable.

Description for 2023/24

This year 3 compulsory module involves independent fieldwork and provides students with the opportunity to bring together many of the disciplines of geology they have experienced to date in order to produce a geological interpretation of an area of the UK or abroad.

To provide a detailed understanding of field geology/geophysics.To determine geological features and processes in a field context.To demonstrate ability to take effective notes in the field and complete geological maps or geophysical interpretations. To develop skills in authoring in the form of a research dissertation.To demonstrate the use of geographical information systems and remote sensing techniques in visualising and analysing geoscience data.To develop students' communication, time-management and self-management skills.

Intended Learning Outcomes

apply knowledge and understanding of advanced geological mapping / geophysical surveying using techniques that
are at the forefront of the discipline. will be achieved by assessments: 1
use intellectual and critical assessment skills to:
1) critically analyse geoscience information.
2) synthesize and evaluate information and data from a variety of sources to establish and discern connections.
3) demonstrate and exercise independence of mind and thought. will be achieved by assessments: 1
use practical skills in making effective field notes, making a geological map and/or constructing geophysical interpretations, identifying rocks, minerals, fossils and geological structures, interpreting an environment of deposition, and synthesising a geological history from field relationships. will be achieved by assessments: 1
communicate effectively in writing, cartography and map preparation, using computing and information technology (e.g. GIS &drawing/presentation packages). will be achieved by assessments: 1
manage resources and time to work to a deadline, will be achieved by assessments: 1
work independently showing critical enquiry. will be achieved by assessments: 1

Study hours

12 hours lectures and workshops, 16 hours guided fieldwork, 122 hours of independent fieldwork and dissertation write-up.

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment