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GG3264 Oceans and Climate

Academic year(s): 2016-2017

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 20

ECTS credits : 10

Level : SCQF level 9

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: TBC

The oceans play a key role in the global climate system. The aim of this module is to foster an understanding of: (1) changes in ocean circulation and climate, the possible mechanisms for such changes and the wider implications in terms of past, present and future global and regional climates; and (2) to provide an introduction to some of the research methods employed to determine oceanographic changes.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact:

Scheduled learning hours: 23

Guided independent study hours: 177

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews:

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 60%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 40%

Personnel

Module teaching staff: TBC