University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 9

Semester: 2

Planned timetable: 9.00 am - 5.00 pm Fri (Weeks 1 - 4)

This forms the introduction to methodologies and training in applied environmental problems. This module starts with sessions on geophysics techniques and field-based skills training sessions. Specific environmental problems will be identified, and researched in detail before a one-week field excursion where an environmental impact problem will be addressed in the field. The costs associated with this module are partially supported by the Department. All travel and accommodation costs associated with the field work are provided by the School of Earth and Environmental Sciences.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass ES3001

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 8 field-based skills training sessions, fortnightly seminar, one 1-week field excursion,and 1-week of lab-based data analysis .

Scheduled learning hours: 53

Guided independent study hours: 97

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%

Re-assessment: Oral Examination = 100%

Personnel