ES3099
Field Methods in Geosciences
2017-2018
30
15
SCQF level 9
2
Academic year(s): 2017-2018
SCOTCAT credits : 30
ECTS credits : 15
Level : SCQF level 9
Semester: 2
Availability restrictions: Available only to visiting students.
Planned timetable:
This module is designed exclusively for non-graduating overseas undergraduate students seeking advanced training in geological field methods. It consists of hands-on experience honing observational and mapping skills by participating in highly focused residential and one-day excursions and associated laboratory classes. The module takes full advantage of the University's location close to some classic geological locations, normally including the central Spain Sierra Norte region, the NW Highlands region including the Moine thrust system, the Buchan and Barrovian metamorphic zones in the Dalradian terrane, and the Carboniferous sequences of NE England and Fife.
Pre-requisite(s): Must be studying Earth Science at an overseas university
Weekly contact: Occasional lectures, tutorials and practicals in addition to fieldwork - this is predominantly a residential field-based module.
Scheduled learning hours: 192
Guided independent study hours: 83
As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%
As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%
Re-assessment: No Re-assessment available