University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 10

Semester: 1

Availability restrictions: Not available to General Degree students

Planned timetable: To be confirmed

The ability to collect field geological data and to interpret them are key skills required of any Earth Sciences graduate. It is also a key requisite of Geological Society of London accredited programmes. This module requires the candidate to identify an area of geological interest and to take responsibility for the logistical and H and S requirements of performing a field visit. The candidate then will map independently the solid and/or Quaternary geology and to summarise the field data in the form of a notebook, geological map and a short memoir. The candidate is at liberty to choose an area and a supervisor that resonate with their own interests in Earth Sciences. At the end of the module, the candidate will have demonstrated their skills in the collection and interpretation of field geology. Such skills can then underpin careful lab-based studies (such as geochemistry or geophysics) in subsequent project (e.g. dissertation) work.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass ES3006

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact:

Scheduled learning hours: 286

Guided independent study hours: 0

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 100% Coursework

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

Re-assessment: 100% Coursework

Personnel

Module coordinator: Dr C R Cousins
Module teaching staff: All of the academic staff will supervise one or two students