University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: 2.00 pm - 5.00 pm Tue

This module provides an introduction to sustainable development. First, it introduces the history and application of the concept of sustainable development. Second, there is a series of disciplinary-based lectures that describe the nature and functioning of the social, political, economic and physical, and systems that combine to create the world that we can observe around us. Specific material will also be presented that links these various aspects together and explores their interactions. In addition, this module will have a short induction component to it during the pre-sessional week of term which has a three-fold purpose: (i) to introduce students to the shape of the degree program and St Andrews, (ii) allow students to explore their existing skill base and identify what skills require further work and (iii) provide a context (in the form of a field trip) within which to start an investigation of what inter-disciplinarity entails. This will entail two one-day seminars.

Relationship to other modules

Anti-requisite(s): You cannot take this module if you take SD5021

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 1 x 3-hour seminar

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 2-hour Written Examination = 50%, Coursework = 50%


Re-assessment: 3-hour Written Class Test = 100%