Module Identifier |
ES30530 |
Module Title |
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE DISSERTATION |
Academic Year |
2004/2005 |
Co-ordinator |
Dr Tony Jones |
Semester |
Semester 2 (Taught over 2 semesters) |
Pre-Requisite |
Only available to Honours Environmental Science |
Assessment |
Assessment Type | Assessment Length/Details | Proportion |
Semester Assessment | Dissertation: Marks awarded for initial design, content (double weighted) & presentation | 100% |
Supplementary Exam | Resit examination involves resubmission of dissertation | 100% |
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Learning outcomes
On succesful completion of this module students will be able to:-
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demonstrate in depth knowledge of their chosen subject area
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demonstrate critical thought
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demonstrate the ability to conduct independent research
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demonstrate the ability to synthesise conflicting/ complimentary arguments
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present, where appropriate, data in numerate form
Aims
To develop skills in basic research and written presentation of results. Emphasis is placed on initial design of investigations, quantitative and inferential analysis and all aspects of presentation, including argument and graphical support.
Brief description
An independent piece of research involving the collection and analysis of primary data. Normally based on fieldwork undertaken during the summer vacation and Semester 1 of the third year.
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 6