Dulliau Asesu

Math o Asesiad

Manylion Asesiad

Cyfran
Asesiad Semester Coursework: Fieldwork report (individual assessment): Individual write-up of fieldwork activities. 2000 Words 50%
Asesiad Semester Coursework: Identifying a Research Gap: 1200 Words 30%
Asesiad Semester End of Module Assessment: Project Proposal: Students to complete a Research Proposal Pro-forma to identify a suitable dissertation project. This assessment builds on research design and fieldwork skills content taught throughout Semester 2. 800 Words 20%
Asesiad Ailsefyll End of Module Assessment: Project Proposal: Students to complete a Research Proposal Pro-forma to identify a suitable dissertation project. This assessment builds on research design and fieldwork skills content taught throughout Semester 2. 800 Words 20%
Asesiad Ailsefyll Coursework: Identifying a Research Gap: 1200 Words 30%
Asesiad Ailsefyll Coursework: Fieldwork report (individual assessment): Individual write-up of fieldwork activities. 2000 Words 50%

Canlyniadau Dysgu

Wedi cwblhau'r modiwl dylai'r myfyrwyr fedru:

  1. Identify topical and relevant research problems
  2. Design research strategies for data collection and analysis that are relevant to designated research questions.
  3. Demonstrate proficiency in a range of data collection/analysis techniques.
  4. Communicate research findings.

Disgrifiad cryno

Through analysis of relevant and topical themes in human geography, physical geography, Earth and environmental science and at the human/physical interface, the module will address the following objectives:

To prompt students' capacity to identify a problem or research question, and to develop approaches to solving or answering this through hypothesis testing, research design and data collection.

To provide an opportunity to apply theoretical, technical and/or scientific laboratory methods to the more complex, uncontrolled field environment, and to appreciate how processes that might be regarded as 'general' are mediated by the social and environmental character of a specific place.
- Consideration of the ethical aspects of research processes
- Consideration of fieldwork safety
- To develop a sense of place, awareness of difference, and tolerance for others.
- To promote certain transferable skills required in practical work and seminars, including teamwork, observation, problem identification

Cynnwys

The module objectives will be delivered through a series of lectures, seminars, and practical workshops/field visits. These will culminate in an extended period fieldwork. Topics covered and techniques developed will vary according to student cohort, inclusive of the following:
- Human impacts on the environment
- Interpreting the human and physical landscape, and the interaction of both
- Aspects of cultural, political, and economic change within communities and evident in day-to-day life
- Environmental change and regulation

Sgiliau Modiwl

Math o Sgiliau

Manylion Sgiliau
Addasrwydd a gwydnwch Respond to unexpected challenges of research design and fieldwork; work in diverse and unpredictable environments; collaborate with different teams.
Cyfathrebu proffesiynol Fieldwork is inherently interactive with a high number of contact hours between staff and students. This ensures the development of strong communication, with ample opportunities for one-to-one and group discussions.
Datrys Problemau Creadigol Problem solving is a key criterion for this course. This includes building rationale for research and research design in reference to existing literature/debates/ data sources.
Gallu digidol Students will be expected to use information technology to aid further reading when completing assignments, including online literature searching and synthesis, word processing technology, and preparation of digital photographs and maps.
Meddwl beirniadol a dadansoddol This module will develop observational and interpretive field skills. Critical thinking skills will be developed through interactive seminars and field exercises.
Myfyrdod Students will develop an opportunity to reflect upon research design and fieldwork undertaken in the first part of the module as a basis for undertaking data collection and analysis in the second part/extended fieldwork component of the module.
Sgiliau Pwnc-benodol This module will deliver subject specific skills which aim to make our graduates employable across a range of sectors.

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